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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
According to the reading text, what can help to protect other plants in an area?
A
weeds
B
hay
C
legumes
D
marigold
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Marigold companion planting enhances the growth of basil, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, eggplant, gourds, kale, potatoes, squash and tomatoes. Marigold also makes a good companion plant to melons because it deters beetles. Beans and cabbage are listed as bad companion plants for marigolds.

Detailed explanation-2: -Marigolds The marigold is one of the most well-known insect-repelling plants and with good reason-they have a scent that will keep pests like mosquitoes, nematodes like cabbage worms, and other pests away. Plant marigolds to attract beneficial insects that attack and kill aphids.

Detailed explanation-3: -When it comes to using marigolds for pest control, French marigolds have proven to be the most effective. Plow the marigolds into the soil at the end of the growing season to provide even more control of nematodes.

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