Even this hardy veggie can benefit from some well-selected friends.
No matter what youre growing, companion planting matters.
Fromhydrangeastohostas, roses to radicchio, setting your plants up for success starts with finding the appropriate garden fellows.
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What does all this mean?
Potentially less work for you, as long as you make the right pairings.
They are also beneficial for attracting pollinators and other helpful insects to the garden, she says.
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At the same time, theyll squash bugs and repel whiteflies.
Needless to say, theyre powerhouses when it comes to pest control.
Carrots can also help aerate the soil.
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The two veggies also perform best in similar growing conditions, a must for finding ideal companion plants.
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