The carrot fly is a common pest in the garden and vegetable garden.
In this article, we will tell you how to effectively get rid of the insect for the last time.
Why is carrot fly dangerous
A representative of the order Diptera, as the name implies, harms carrots and other plants of the Umbelliferon family, for example, parsnips, parsley, etc.
This insect is one of the most dangerous pests of carrots and can destroy up to 70% of the crop.
Although affected roots can still be eaten, it reduces the number of usable roots.
In the kitchen, it can take a long time to cut out the affected parts.
How to get rid of carrot flies in the garden
The carrot fly is afraid of the smell of marigolds.
The pest really does not like the discharge from the roots of these flowers.
Therefore, you can safely sow marigold bushes between the rows of carrots - this will protect the vegetable from flies.
It is useful to alternate beds of carrots with beds of onions or garlic. Such a neighborhood is mutually beneficial.
The pungent smell of onions is not liked by the carrot fly, and the tart smell of carrot tops repels the onion fly.
In spring and early summer, carrot beds can be watered with a solution of ammonia: 1-2 tablespoons per 10 liters of water.
Ammonia will repel carrot flies with its smell and will serve as a nitrogen fertilizer.
Previously, we told you how to get rid of slugs in your garden.
