You do not need lots of plants to make a valuable difference - especially as the French marigolds boast such a strong odour to repel pests. Marigolds can be planted around the edges of larger ...

Marigolds thrive in full sun in spring, summer, and autumn. However, they are sensitive to winter’s cold and frost. Plant ...

There are several types easily grown from seed. All are in the plant genus Tagetes. French marigolds, Tagetes patula, are ...

Vigorous 6- to 8-inch plants with uniform, abundant flowers blooming from early summer until frost. This dwarf French marigold is suitable for border or bed planting and can also be used in ...

Grow French marigolds among tomatoes. Marigolds emit a strong odour that will repel greenfly and blackfly. Grow sage with carrots or plants in the cabbage family to ward off pests. Both have ...