Flowers aren’t just for looking pretty.
The boom in gardening that started during the pandemic doesn’t show any signs of letting up.
For example, did you know that it’s best to plant flowers amongst your veggies?
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Growing flowers in your vegetable bed attracts native bees and other beneficial insects.
Marigolds repel pests like cabbage worms and also attract beneficial insects.
Chives and other alliums ward off deer as well as insect pests, and have pretty lavender flowers too.
Adding herbs and letting them flower is another way to attract beneficial insects.
Thyme and dill are especially effective.
Check your seed packets to verify their timelines match up.
You also want to be conscious of the kind of flowers you are planting.
you could also check outXerces Society’s region-by-region guide to pollinator-friendly plants.
It includes information on bloom time, height, and watering needs.
Happy planting, y’all!
