Gardening Hack: Calendula Flowers Offer Natural Pest Control Solution

A recent online video by gardening enthusiast Lauren Bailey has highlighted an innovative and natural method for pest control in home gardens, featuring the calendula flower. Bailey, known for her practical gardening tips, demonstrated how calendula, often recognized for its healing properties, also serves as an effective 'trap crop.' In the video, she explains that the plant's sticky sap on its stem attracts and traps common garden pests, such as aphids, preventing them from infesting more valuable edible plants. Bailey showcased a calendula stem covered in aphids, illustrating the plant's efficacy. She reported that by strategically placing calendula next to her tomato plants, her edible crops have remained healthy throughout the season. This method offers a chemical-free alternative for gardeners seeking sustainable pest management solutions.

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