The other benefit to companion planting onions and root veggies is that they have similar soil and fertilization requirements ...

Reviewed by Debra LaGattuta Companion planting is the practice of growing different plants together for mutual benefit.

Companion plants play various roles in the vegetable garden community. The bean companions featured here enhance harvests through pest reduction, weed management, and structural support.

The best companion plants for roses not only complement their beauty but also help deter pests, boost soil health and ...

Do tomatoes love basil but hate brussels sprouts? Traditional companion planting, which involves planting different types of plants together or in close proximity, makes many such statements, often ...

One of the questions I have had over the years is, “Why would you want to mix two different plants in the same row?” When I ...

Marigolds are the best flowers to plant with your tomatoes. Not only are marigolds bright and bountiful, but they also offer ...

Creating plant communities for mutual benefit is an old gardening tradition. Companion planting isn't just about pest control. By combining plants carefully, plants can help each other in terms of ...

DEPENDING ON WHO you ask, companion planting is either a brilliant garden strategy or yet another case of horticulture hooey. History tells us that Native Americans combined plantings of beans ...

Cucumber beetles are one of the most problematic pests for cucumbers, but even these pesky insects are no match for nasturtiums. Research has found that nasturtiums emit a peppery fragrance that ...

Beans are among the easiest crops to produce in the home garden, performing well in traditional garden beds, raised planting beds, and even containers. Pairing beans with companion plants enhances ...