Marigolds, also known as Tagetes, are one of the prettiest flowers, with colours as bright as the Sun. I am going to tell you the benefits of Marigolds in your garden, their habitat,and companion planting.
Benefits
Marigolds are really helpful as their smell drives away pests such as Aphids,Caterpillars, and white butterflies. Marigolds work like knights for your garden because they drive away pests from your other plants, too.
Habitat
Marsh marigold is a plant of marshy meadows, wet flushes and ditches, from the lowlands to the uplands. Marigolds grow where the air is moist and it rains a lot.
Companion Planting
Marigolds enhance the growth of basil, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, eggplant, gourds, kale, potatoes, squash and tomatoes. Marigolds also help watermelon as it deters beetles. Beans are bad companions for Marigolds.
Conclusion
Marigolds are very helpful flowers to your garden and I hope you have learned a lot.
