9 GORGEOUS FLOWERS FOR THE VEGETABLE GARDEN - borage latin marigold calendula zinnia sweet pea cosmo

The flowers can be used in a system of sister plants to deter pests and attract beneficial pollinator and predator insects.
Borage (Borago officinalis)
While borage may seem a little messy in natural settings, it turns into a large, hairy plant that looks great in a vegetable garden. It is a plant that you will definitely want to grow in your vegetable garden.
Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
Calendula is part of the daisy family and should not be confused with marigolds of the Tagetes genus.
Cosmos Flower (Cosmos bipinnatus)
Few flowers grow as fast and bloom profusely as the cosmos. And these flowers are one of the must-have flowers in the vegetable garden, as they attract many beneficial insects.
Lavender (Lavandula sp.)
In addition to its beautiful flowers and much-loved scent, the plant can be used to repel several common vegetable garden pests.
Marigold (Tagetes sp.)
Marigolds don't get the respect they deserve, but they shouldn't be planted in large numbers or near every vegetable. But do not forget that it is the host of aphids.
nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)
Nasturtium loves cooler climates and continues to bloom into the fall. Nasturtiums provide some protection against squash beetles and harmful beetles. They are also favored by aphids and can be used as a great trap plant. It is one of the most delicious edible flowers.
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Sunflower is the perfect flower for the vegetable garden. They make great stakes for climbing plants and have lots of nectar to attract pollinators.
Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus)
Not to be confused with the regular peas we eat, Sweet peas are not edible to humans, their seeds are poisonous, but many other creatures find them tasty.
Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Nectar-rich zinnia flowers are magnets for bees and other pollinators. Pale and pastel varieties seem attractive to Japanese beetles and can be used as a trap plant. On the other hand, unless you have a problem you are trying to solve, you may not want to plant something that attracts Japanese beetles.
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