Protection from the cabbage white butterfly
The cabbage white butterfly is a butterfly whose caterpillars feed on cabbage plants and can cause great damage.
Effective plants:
- Nasturtium(Tropaeolum majus L.):A type of bait plant that attracts caterpillars. This means that kohlrabi and the like are spared.
- sage: The intense scent of sage drives away the cabbage white butterflies.
- Thymianalso has a deterrent effect on cabbage white butterflies.
How mixed culture works:
- Plant sage and thyme near cabbage plants.
- Use nasturtiums as a distraction plant at the edge of the raised bed.
Ramona from Frankfurt is mother of two-year-old Kaia. Her passions are Zumba, nature and gardening, which she lives out in her backyard paradise. She is constantly looking for mommy hacks and cooking tips to make everyday life more efficient. She is also enthusiastic about creative ideas for child development and current trends in fashion and nutrition. Ramona has been writing for Deavita since 2013, always thoroughly researched and often supported by expert interviews. She studied psychology in Freiburg.
