"We are working on growing kale that is also rich in selenium," he added. Selenium is believed to further boost the health ...

"There was a time we cultivated cabbage and kale in the lab, and after some time, we noticed that the cabbage was infested with aphids, while the kale remained unaffected," he added. The bio ...

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Sunflowers, calendula and alyssum among favourite flowers for attracting and feeding bees and other pollinators.

Hose aphids off with water or spray with an organic ... collard greens, bunching onions and kale. March is also optimal for planting bulbs such as amaryllis, gladioli, dahlias, calla lilies ...

including aphids, caterpillars, and flea beetles. “I always recommend planting them near members of the cabbage family, such as broccoli, cauliflower, and kale,” he added. “They not only ...

"But what’s even more impressive is their ability to draw in natural pest predators like ladybirds, lacewings, and hoverflies, which feast on harmful pests such as aphids.” He added ...