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Why should you plant marigolds and tomatoes next to each other?
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∙ 12y ago
The smell from the marigolds will keep some insects away from the tomato plants.
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When to plant marigolds?
The summer time is the best to plant marigolds. :)
What is the chemical in marigolds that repels insects?
French and African marigolds are often cited as the most powerful Tagetes species for repelling insects. Both contain chemical compounds called thiopenes in their seeds, roots and other plant parts that are offensive to nematodes, aphids, cabbage maggots, white flies and other pests. French marigolds (T. patula) and African marigolds (T. erecta) are also pretty additions to the garden. Organic gardeners say that marigolds keep the soil free of plant-damaging nematodes, and discourage many insects in the garden. They may, however, attract spider mites and slugs. They also discourage whiteflies from attacking tomatoes when planted in a companion planting. Marigolds also deter beetles.
Is marigolds an indoor plant?
no
What colors can pot marigolds come in?
Marigolds come in colors or orange and yellow. Marigolds are very easy to care for and they are an annual plant.
Which plant is easy to take care of?
The easiest plants to take care of for me are tomatoes, flowers: marigolds, petunias, and Chinese blue bells are the easiest flowers to take care of for me. What is also easy is zuchini and spaghetti squash.
Can you plant Marigolds in a plastic cup?
Marigolds can be grown in a plastic cup to start them off as seeds. Once the marigolds begin to bloom, they can be carefully transferred to a flower pot on into the ground.
Can you make something with tomato plant leaves?
Not anything edible, tomatoes are part of the night-shade family, other than the fruit you should not ingest them.
Why does miss Lottie never plant marigolds again?
She lost hope
How far apart do you plant African marigolds?
10 or 12 inchs
What are two or three plants that will complement each other?
The best plant to plant is the TickleMe Plant. As this is the only plant that will close its leaves and lower its branches when tickled. It can be grown anywhere year round indoors. It also grows pink flowers. No plant will bring more smiles to the faces of the people tickling it. The plant also sleeps at night and when it is cold.
How can you protect your garden tomatos from squrriels?
Plant marigolds around the tomatoes. Deer, rabbit, and squirrels hate the smell. Also try sprinkling a generous amount of cayanne pepper around the beds, it won't hurt them - just give them an unplesant temporary burn!
What is the fastest growing indoor flowering plant?
Marigolds can sprout in a week and bloom in 50 days.
