These are the beneficial properties of wormwood

Not just a weed: here are the beneficial properties of wormwood

Common wormwood, with its silvery leaves and characteristic odor, is often found along roads, in meadows and summer cottages. And although many consider it a weed, it is an ancient medicinal plant and has a number of beneficial properties. For example, wormwood is considered a strong insecticide and repellent that repels various plant pests.

It effectively fights aphids, sawflies, whiteflies and other pests, and can also be used as a preventive measure against some plant diseases. Some gardeners place branches of wormwood along the beds or hang it on trees and shrubs. In addition, you can prepare an infusion of wormwood and spray it on plants affected by pests.

Wormwood can be planted in the garden, especially next to fruit trees, where it protects them from pests. It also repels caterpillars, moths and mice. Wormwood looks good in a flower garden and pairs well with lavender, bluebells and santolina. Overall, wormwood is a plant with many beneficial properties that is worth considering for use in your garden.