Mays
Greenhouse
6280 Old State Road 37 South
812-824-8630
Companion Planting
Dill - is supposed to improve the growth and health of cabbage, but is considered detrimental to the growth of carrots.
Basil- is supposed to improve both the growth and flavor of tomatoes. It should not be planted close to Rue.
Borage - is supposed to discourage tomato worms.
Chamomile - is thought to improve the flavor of cabbages and onions.
Garlic - planted close to roses, is supposed to deter aphids
Hyssop - is a companion to cabbage and grapes and deters cabbage worms. Do not plant near radishes.
Marjoram - is said to improve the flavor of all vegetables.
Peppermint - is said to deter cabbage moths, bean beetles and carrot flies. It can be an aggressive spreader.
Rue - deters Japanese beetles in roses and raspberries.
Sage - plant with rosemary, cabbage and carrots to discourage beetles, cabbage moths and carrot flies. It should not be planted near cucumbers.
Summer Savory - planted with beans and onions is said to improve flavor and to discourage cabbage moths.
Tansy - deters many flying insects and can be planted with fruit trees, roses and raspberries. Consider well before planting unless its growth can be controlled.
There are some plant combinations that seem to work well. In some cases a companion plant may improve flavor or repel insects or improve growth.
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