Cabbage moths fly to the nasturtiums and munch on their leaves instead of cabbage leaves.
Nasturtiums are perfect companions for cucumber and squash, since they repel insects that favor those plants.
Not that I'm casting nasturtiums - that's just a little joke - on Chris.
One examples are nasturtiums grown near vegetables in the Brassica family, such as cabbages.
Some petioles are long, slender and sensitive to contact, and function as tendrils by means of which the plant climbs; as in the l,' nasturtiums (Tropaeolum), clematis and c in others; and in compound leaves the midrib and some of the leaflets may similarly be transformed into tendrils, as in the pea and vetch.
The most common companion planting for cucumbers is peas but radishes, marigolds, dill, nasturtiums, and sunflowers may also be used.
The nasturtiums attract caterpillars, which will keep them away from your green leafy vegetables.
We grew nasturtiums and eaten the horn off the flower in salads.
While planning your garden, it's a great idea to think about companion planting or planting marigolds and nasturtiums.