Summer is difficult to imagine without aromatic and juicy cherries. It is used in pies, ice cream, dumplings and other dishes. But the threat in the person of the Vishnevka Fly is able to leave without a crop. This small and at first glance harmless pest lays down the larvae directly in the fruits. As a result, the summer resident receives worm berries instead of the expected harvest.
Fortunately, there is a simple, environmentally friendly and effective way to protect cherry trees. For this, neither chemicals nor special traps will be needed.
Flowers against pests
The secret lies in the right neighbors. Under the cherries, it is enough to plant marigolds or calendula (nails). These flowers not only give the site comfort, but also have powerful insecticidal properties. Their characteristic spicy smell confuses pests, prevents them from navigating and scaring away from trees.
Velvetsy distinguishes substances that scare away not only the cherry fly, but also many other pests, including aphids and nematodes.
Calendula attracts useful insects. God's cows, gold -eyed and riders fly on its flowers, who actively hunt pests and protect the garden.
Planting the desired colors will create a natural shield for a cherry tree.
Planting marigolds and calendula not only solves the problem of worm berries. These flowers attract bees, butterflies and other useful inhabitants of the garden, turning the area into a living, breathing body and improving plant pollination.
