Marigold
A citrus taste; keeps aphids off the vegetables.
- Flowering: from June to October
- Planting: from April to May
- Exposure: Full sun
- Watering: Little
- Hardiness: Frost-tender
Tip: Plant it among tomatoes to keep insects away.
Planting step by step
Sow or plant in May, 25 cm apart, among vegetables.
In the kitchen
Chopped petals in salads and sauces.
Did you know?
In Mexico, it decorates altars for the Day of the Dead.