Foderwicker

Vicia sativa

flower

Bees

Bumblebees Attracts pest-control insects

Pest control

About

Excellent cover crop and green manure. Fixes large amounts of nitrogen. Purple flowers attract pollinators. Tolerates cold and poor soil.

Pests & beneficial insects

🐛 Prone to: Aphids.

Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybirds, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check — plant African Marigold, Angelica and Anise nearby.

🌼 Beneficial companion — draws Ladybirds, Parasitic wasps that help control Aphids, Whitefly, Caterpillars, Flea beetles, Colorado potato beetle, Stink bugs, Leaf miners on neighbouring plants.

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Low
Spacing

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Soil notes

Well-draining, average — adaptable

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