This is a pretty common pairing, as I have found that planting radishes near my yellow beans helps to deter pests that can damage the beans. I have also noticed that the radishes help to improve the soil quality for the yellow beans, making them grow healthier and stronger. In my experien...
Companion planting is a great way to maximize the efficiency of your garden. For almost every vegetable you grow, there is likely to be a beneficial companion plant that will help increase soil nutrients, chase away pests, and help you get the most out of your garden. Here’s a list of ...
The "Three Sisters" method of companion planting is an example of how Native Americans created a system of companion planting using corn (Zea mays), beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), and squash (Cucurbita). Stalks of corn provided support for climbing beans, which didn't comp...
Influence of planting pattern of trap crops on yellow stem borer, Scirpophaga incertulas (Walker), damage in rice. Ind. J. Plant Prot. 2003, 31, 78–83. 41. Rhino, B.; Verchère, A.; Thibaut, C.; Ratnadass, A. Field evaluation of sweet corn varieties for their potential as a...
While most beet varieties are red in color, golden yellow beets and eye-catching Chioggia beets are popular options for planting in the homestead garden. Chioggia, an heirloom variety, presents concentric white and red circles. Burpee Golden is a beautiful golden yellow beet that’s ideal for ...
Pumpkins, squash, sweet corn, watermelon, strawberries, pole beans, lima beans, snap beans and asparagus are also heavy feeders, requiring nutrient-rich soil: calcium specifically is in high demand. Avoid planting broccoli next to these garden staples, which compete for the same nutrients as broc...
Although peppers are self-pollinating, they will also cross-pollinate. Different types of peppers should be isolated from one another if you intend to save the seeds for planting next season. They will cross-pollinate if intermixed. A bell pepper grows. salberiac / Flickr (Creative Commons) ...
Radishes, lettuce, and other fast-growing garden plants sown between hills of potatoes, melons, winter squash or rows of tomatoes will reach maturity and be harvested long before vine-like plants require more “wiggle-room” to grow. Planting leaf lettuce (or other low-growing greens) around ...