17 Plants You Should Absolutely Never Grow Near Your Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas steal the show—but not everyone’s a good backstage buddy. I learned the hard way: the wrong plant pals can dull their color, stunt their …
COMPANION PLANTING
Old gardening hacks never cease to fail us! Companion planting will protect your plants, yield more crops, and improve taste and juiciness. Find out more about companion planting here!
15 Reasons To Mulch Your Garden Every Year (Plus What Happens If You Skip It)
Mulch might not be the flashiest part of gardening, but wow—does it ever make a difference. I used to skip it some years, and let’s …
Maximize Your Pepper Harvest By Growing These 21 Incredible Companion Plants
Want bigger, juicier peppers with fewer bugs messing things up? I’ve found the secret isn’t just in the soil or sun—it’s in who you plant …
12 Plants That Protect Cucumbers (And More That Promote Growth)
Cucumbers might be garden favorites, but they can be a little needy when it comes to companionship. Plant the right neighbors, though, and they’ll thrive …
28 Herbs That Can Be Planted Together (Plus 5 You Should Avoid Like the Plague)
Step into the flavorful world of herb matchmaking—where the right pairings grow like a dream and pests don’t stand a chance. From timeless duos like …
19 Plants That Actually Harm Your Peppers When Planted Nearby
Growing peppers is one of my favorite parts of summer gardening—the colors, the flavors, the endless recipes! But I quickly learned that what you plant …
Avoid Planting These With Cucumbers – 18 Worst Pairings For Smaller Crops
Planted cucumbers with high hopes, only to reap bitter fruit and droopy vines? Don’t blame your green thumb just yet—the culprit might be bad company. …
18 Top Plants To Pair With Golden Ragwort For Beautiful Ground Cover
Golden Ragwort is a fantastic choice for ground cover with its sunny blooms and easygoing nature. Pairing it with the right plants can create a …
18 Best Herbs To Grow Alongside Cucumbers For Bigger Harvests (And How To Care For Them)
Growing cucumbers alongside the right herbs can really supercharge your harvest. These companion plants not only improve flavor but also help keep pests at bay …
18 Catnip Companion Plants That Attract Pollinators And Improve Growth
Growing catnip in my garden started as a treat for my tabby, but quickly turned into a fascinating experiment in plant partnerships. The fuzzy-leaved herb …