Can certain plants prevent fruit tree problems if put under the trees

[sususanan]

For instance, would something strong smelling planted under a plum tree stop the maggots, would garlic planted under a pear stop the orange rust fungus, or can something have the same effects by hanging them in pots from the branches

[Flo]

Grease bands are for preventing bugs climbing the fruit trees.

[sususanan]

I'd like to use up something I already have, would smearing Vaseline over the trunk do the same job or maybe wrapping cellotape around it with the sticky side out would do the trick.

[Weedo]

My experience and reading tells me that these plantings don't really work in trees - I have never seen an orchardist - organic or otherwise - use them. Plant products like garlic can be made into sprays that deter bugs etc.

[Green Aura]

This chap has some very interesting suggestions, plus there's a link to a previous page. I've not looked at it in detail but he explains the benefits of each companion plant so you might find what you require.

https://chriscondello.wordpress.com/201 ... es-part-2/

[sususanan]

That looks good thanks

[sususanan]

I was having a look at the tree that has some blossoms on already and I've found that the cat has been using it as a scratching post, well, the trunk isn't that thick and the weather has been rainy recently, so the pest problem might turn out to be a moot point if the trunk rots with something. If only he could make do with the sofa and the wallpaper :/

[RenewableCandy]

Apparently cats don't like the smell of lemons, so you could try lemon-rinds or spraying juice.

[MKG]

Those super-power water pistols work a treat on cats, too.