Flori::Crăiță
Lat. Tagetes patula
Eng. Marigold
Helps
most plants,especially tomatoes,peppers,cucurbits,cucumbers,gourds,squash,potatoes,roses,alliums,brassicas,zucchini
Helped by:
rose
Attracts:
snails,slugs.
Repels:
root-knot nematodes,beet leaf hoppers,cucumber beetle,squash bug,onion fly,cabbage root fly
Avoid (near by):
Comments:
Marigolds are a wonder-drug of the companion plant world, invoking the saying "plant them everywhere in your garden". French marigolds (T. patula) produce a pesticidal chemical from their roots, so strong it lasts years after they are gone. Mexican marigolds (T. erecta) do the same, but are so strong they will inhibit the growth of some more tender herbs. Stinking Roger (T. minuta) has also been found effective against certain perennial weeds. Same with lupin, planting nearby roses causes them to grow vigorously.