Companion Planting Chart - Companion Gardening (2024)

Companion Planting Chart - Companion Gardening (1)

Companion gardening is a fantastic way to infuse additional flavors into your vegetables. This type of gardening is a thoughtful way of planting vegetables and herbs together that not only grow well together but can make each other tastier in the process. The following companion planting chart outlines common vegetables and herbs that grow great together. We also include bad combinations that you should avoid. Use this companion planting guide to help plan your garden layout, and be sure to browse our other gardening charts to learn how to plant seeds properly. Start companion gardening today and enjoy a meal filled with robust vegetables and herbs straight from your garden.

Vegetables and Herbs Companion Planting Chart

PlantGood TogetherBad Together
BasilPepper, Tomato, Marigold
Bush BeansBeets, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Leek, Lettuce, Parsnip, Peas, Potato, Radish, RosemaryBasil, Fennel, Kohlrabi, Onion
Pole BeansCarrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Corn, Cucumber, Eggplant, Lettuce, Pea, Potato, Radish, RosemaryBasil, Beets, Cabbage, Fennel, Kohlrabi, Onion
BeetsBush Beans, Cabbage, Lettuce, Lima Beans, Onion, Radish, SageMustard, Pole Bean
CabbageBush Beans, Beets, Carrot, Celery, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Mint, Onions, Rosemary, Sage, Spinach, Thyme, Strong HerbsPole Bean, Tomato
CarrotsBeans, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Chives, Lettuce, Leek, Onion, Peas, Radish, Rosemary, Sage, TomatoCelery, Dill, Parsnip
CeleryPairs well withalmost everything!Carrot, Parsely, Parsnip
CornAll Beans, Beets, Cabbage, Cucumber, Parsely, Peas, Pumpkin, SquashTomato
CucumbersBush Beans, Pole Beans, Cabbage, Corn, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Onions, Peas, Radish, TomatoPotato
EggplantBush Beans, Pole Beans, Peas, Peppers, Potato, SpinachFennel
LettuceCarrots, Garlic, Onion, Radish and just about everything!
OnionBeets, Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Cucumber, Lettuce, Parsnip, Pepper, Spinach, Squash, Tomato, TurnipAsparagus, Beans, Peas, Sage
ParsleyTomato
PeasBush Beans, Pole Beans, Carrots, Celery, Chicory, Corn, Cucumber, Eggplant, Parsley, Radish, Spinach, Sweet Peppers, TurnipsOnion
PotatoBush Bean, Cabbage, Carrot, Corn, Horseradish, Onion, Parsnip, PeasCucumber, Kohlrabi, Parsnip, Pumpkin, Rutabaga, Squash, Turnip, Fennel
RadishBeet, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Parsnip, Peas, Spinach, Squash
SpinachCelery, Corn, Eggplant, Cauliflower
SquashCorn, Onion, Radish
TomatoAsparagus, Basil, Beans, Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Chive, Cucumber, Garlic, Lettuce (Head), Mint, Onion, Parsely, PepperPole Beans, Corn, Dill, Fennel, Potato
Companion Planting Chart - Companion Gardening (2024)

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What plants grow well together chart? ›

Companion Planting Chart
Crop NameCompanions
CARROTSChives Leeks Onions Peas Radishes Rosemary Sage
CORNBeans (pole) Cucumbers Dill Melons Peas Squash Sunflower
CUCUMBERSBeans Borage Dill Lettuce Nasturtiums Oregano Radish Sunflowers Tansy
LETTUCEChives Onions Oregano Peas Poached Egg plants Radishes Scallions Zinnia
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Apr 24, 2024

What vegetables can I plant next to each other? ›

Companion Planting Chart
CropCompanion Plants
LettuceCarrot, garlic, peas, radish, strawberry, onion, chive
OnionBeet, carrot, lettuce, tomato, watermelon, eggplant
PeasApple, carrot, radish, raspberry, turnip
PepperBasil, garlic, onions, radish, nasturtium, cilantro, marigold
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Mar 29, 2024

How far apart do you plant companion plants? ›

In general, plants with known positive relationships should be planted within two or three rows of each other. Plants that have negative or detrimental relationships, should be planted at least two to three rows apart. Infestation of pests or disease can occur more quickly if you plant all the same crop close together.

What are the best 3 plants to grow together? ›

The crops of corn, beans, and squash are known as the Three Sisters. For centuries these three crops have been the center of Native American agriculture and culinary traditions. It is for good reason as these three crops complement each other in the garden as well as nutritionally.

What not to plant next to peppers? ›

Basil and nasturtium prevent aphids and whiteflies, onions and garlic help against fungal diseases such as gray mold. You should not plant aubergines, peas, fennel, beet, potatoes and celery next to peppers and chili peppers.

What is the best layout for a vegetable garden? ›

As a general rule, put tall veggies toward the back of the bed, mid-sized ones in the middle, and smaller plants in the front or as a border. Consider adding pollinator plants to attract beneficial insects that can not only help you get a better harvest, but will also prey on garden pests.

How close is too close companion planting? ›

Plants that have known beneficial relationships (friends) should be planted within two or three rows of each other. Plants that are known to have detrimental relationships (foes) should be planted at least 2-3 rows apart. There are many neutral plants that can be used to fill space between friends and foes.

How many plants should you group together? ›

Three plants creates balance

Though three can be tricky in human relationships, this number fits expertly in a landscape. The trick is in the arrangement. Three plants in a row is dull because you know what to expect. If you have enough space, group them in an equilateral triangle.

What happens if you plant plants too close together? ›

Putting plants too close together in a garden can stress them out, which limits their growth, beauty, and overall health.

What grows best with peppers? ›

In a raised bed, various herbs such as basil, parsley or dill are good companions for peppers. Lettuce, carrots and onions also make good neighbours for peppers in a raised bed.

What not to plant with zucchini? ›

Potatoes can also spread diseases such as late blight, which can also affect zucchinis. Cucumbers and pumpkins should not be planted next to zucchinis as they belong to the same family (Cucurbitaceae) and therefore attract similar pests and diseases.

What not to plant with marigolds? ›

Marigold companion planting enhances the growth of basil, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, eggplant, gourds, kale, potatoes, squash and tomatoes. Marigold also makes a good companion plant to melons because it deters beetles. Beans and cabbage are listed as bad companion plants for marigolds.

What not to plant with peppers? ›

Brassicas: Almanacs and home gardeners recommend avoiding planting brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, kale, collards, cauliflower) near peppers because they require different soil acidity levels and can deter pepper plant growth.

How do you group plants together? ›

If you're after that extremely full and lush plant Instagram look, start by bunching your plants in threes, and then bump up to other odd numbers. Also, if you're messing about with two trios of plants and can't get them to look quite right, try leaving a space between them to definitively separate the groups.

How to layout a garden? ›

As a general rule, put tall veggies toward the back of the bed, mid-sized ones in the middle, and smaller plants in the front or as a border. Consider adding pollinator plants to attract beneficial insects that can not only help you get a better harvest, but will also prey on garden pests.

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