Visitors to my garden frequently comment, upon seeing a few marigold plants growing in my vegetable beds, that I must have planted them for pest control. After all, marigolds are supposed to be one of ...
Enjoy delicious, homegrown food before the bugs do. "You may have heard some individuals claim that planting marigolds in your garden can help prevent bug infestations in your beloved garden plants.
Marigolds offer limited pest control benefits and are not a standalone solution. They won't deter most above-ground pests, especially in planted form. Better alternatives include garlic, chives, ...
Marigolds are a common sight in many gardener's yards because they bring so many benefits. Not only do they wow with vibrant orange hues, they also have incredible pest-repellent qualities, including ...
After all, marigolds are supposed to be one of the workhorses of biological pest control. Plant them and plant pests will be killed or if they are lucky merely repelled, right? It's an appealing ...
Scientists have revealed for the first time the natural weapon used by marigolds to protect tomato plants against destructive whiteflies. Researchers from Newcastle University's School of Natural and ...
From droughts to flooding and heat waves, the weather has been tough all across the country recently. Did you know that pests can significantly reduce your garden yield? According to the Connecticut ...