In addition, nasturtiums are good trap plants for pest control, drawing the likes of aphids, flies, and flea beetles towards ...

Lettuce is an easy-to-grow, cool season crop that’s typically planted in spring for an early summer harvest, or in mid-summer ...

Of the many insect species that visit a vegetable garden, a small fraction are pests. Slugs, aphids, cabbage loopers, and ...

The flowering alliums, with their striking, purple globe-shaped blooms, are also included in this category. They add instant cottage garden charm to flower gardens in early summer.

Avoid these common companion planting mistakes in your vegetable or herb garden.

The best companion plants for roses not only complement their beauty but also help deter pests, boost soil health and encourage vibrant blooms all season long ...

Some companion plants can serve as insect attractants that lure pests away from crop plants. Nasturtiums tend to attract ...

"The main benefit of removing the spent flower heads of alliums is so that the plant will direct its energy back into ...

Choosing compatible plants in varied sizes, shapes, colors and textures ramps up visual interest and sets stage for hardier growth overall.

Plants with strong scents, like alliums (onions, chives, garlic), mints (basil, oregano, spearmint) and French marigold (Tagetes patula) are thought to mask the scent of the tomato plant.

Alliums — these are all members of the huge onion family and include onions, garlic, chives, leeks along with attractive flowering species. Growing alliums underneath fruit trees, in between ...