Grow sweet alyssum to provide nectar for hoverflies, which feed on aphids. Each spring, I grow legions of onions and shallots from seed, and my biggest challenge is keeping them weeded. Last year, I ...

Grow herbs and vegetables in the garden with this herb companion planting guide. Learn which herbs to plant together for a maximum yield. The Homesteader’s Herbal Companion (Lyons Press, 2018) by Amy ...

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Every great garden starts with a plan. A thoughtful system saves seeds, space, and time. It also prevents one of the most common mistakes: overcrowding beds in spring and scrambling by midsummer. Good ...

Companion planting is the practice of enhancing your crop production by growing combinations of different plants close together. Some combinations can significantly benefit plants and enrich the soil, ...

Pumpkins will always grow best when given the ideal environment in which to thrive, and that includes giving them the best companion plants. This guide highlights some of the best vegetables, flowers, ...

Rosemary is a wonderful aromatic plant and a staple culinary herb in many gardens. It is a fantastic ornamental plant, and its naturally strong aroma is highly beneficial in companion planting. We ...