How to Plant Marigolds in Vegetable Gardens

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Tip 1 - How to Plant Marigolds in Vegetable Gardens

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Lisa Hickey | permalink

Marigolds (Tagetes spp.) are commonly planted as companion plants in vegetable gardens. These brightly colored annuals produce flowers from summer until the first frost in autumn. The strong aroma ...

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Tip 2 - The Best Marigold as a Vegetable Garden Companion

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Patrik Duvander | permalink

Brightly colored marigolds (Tagetes spp.) pop with color in the vegetable garden from late spring until fall. However, beauty isn't the only attribute that makes them suitable for growing with ...

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Tip 3 - Why Plant Marigolds in your Vegetable Garden? | ToadStool Aquaponics on WordPress.com

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by mitra herron | permalink

Why do I plant marigolds in my vegetable garden? Marigolds are easy to grow and they help keep the away aphids. “The relationship between plants and insects is known as ‘companion planting.’ it’s by far the safest, natural way to garden organically.” SHERIDAN NURSERIES GARDEN TIP gives you tips on Plants That Naturally Repel Insects:There are many beneficial…

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Tip 4 - The truth about marigolds

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Michael Ash | permalink

You may sometimes read or hear that combining certain plants in one bed can prevent insect problems. This is called companion planting and, generally, research doesn't support it. However, in some instances there can be benefits. A good example is...

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