What Is Companion Planting, Really?
Companion planting isn’t just some trendy gardening buzzword. It’s an ancient practice that recognizes something profound: in nature, plants don’t grow in isolation.
They form complex relationships, supporting each other through challenges while sharing resources and protection. When we recreate these partnerships in our gardens, we’re working with nature instead of against it.
At its heart, companion planting is about growing different plants together strategically, so they benefit each other. Think of it as creating plant communities where everyone has a role to play.
One plant might repel pests that bother its neighbor, while another fixes nitrogen in the soil for everyone to share. Some provide physical support, shade, or ground cover, while others attract beneficial insects that keep the whole system healthy.
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