Plant Partners

Book cover of Plant Partners: Science-Based Companion Planting Strategies for the Vegetable Garden

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Companion planting has a long history of use by gardeners, but the explanation of why it works has been filled with folklore and conjecture. Plant Partners delivers a research-based rationale for this ever-popular growing technique, offering gardeners dozens of ways they can use scientifically tested plant partnerships to benefit the…

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1 author picked Plant Partners as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Charlie Nardozzi

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Plant Partners takes the mystery out of companion planting. Based on scientific research, Jessica shows which plant combinations help ward off insects, weeds, and diseases, while allowing your vegetables to grow strong and yield well. The book begins by talking about all the elements you'll need for a successful organic garden. These include soil preparation, cover crops, and plant supports. Then she dives into the best companion planting schemes that really work in the garden.

From Charlie's list on organic gardening.