Marigolds
I always plant marigolds in the corners of my raised vegetable beds. They usually grow keep blooming into November. The roots of marigolds contain a substance that is toxic to certain types of soil pests (nematodes). Marigolds are considered good companion plants for lots of vegetables, including beans, basil, cabbage and cucumbers. But I mostly like the way they add color to the garden.
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posted by kathy at 8/05/2006 12:50:00 PM
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I have also a raised bed. That is a good idea, to plant mariegolds in the four courners. It is also good against slugs and snails.
Sigrun
August 08, 2006 10:05 AM
i do this too. i love the color and the bees like the blooms.
i always heard that you should plant marigolds with your tomatoes.
March 06, 2010 3:44 PM
I have always heard that it was good to plant marigolds in the vegetable garden but I was not sure why. Good information. I planted some in my garden this year and so far it is doing prety good, tomatoes are just getting going.
June 21, 2010 9:58 PM
Ya I was always told to plant marigolds next to tomatoes as well.
April 03, 2011 3:47 PM
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