Companion Planting for Higher Yields and Natural Pest Control

Companion planting is the practice of growing one plant to help another plant to increase yields. Here are the best pairings of companion planting

Basil improves tomato flavor and keeps pests away, which results in healthier plants and better-tasting tomatoes

1. Tomatoes and Basil

Corn helps bean vines in climbing, whereas beans fix nitrogen in the soil, which benefits corn

2. Corn and Beans

Carrots enhance soil structure for better development, while onions keep carrot flies away

3. Carrots with Onions

By providing ground cover, spinach inhibits the growth of weeds and keeps the soil moist for strawberries

4. Strawberries and Spinach

Marigolds help peppers grow stronger and healthier by keeping nematodes and other pests away

5. Marigold and Pepper