Apricot tree companion plants

Companion planting is an inexact science. There are plenty of unknowns in this arena. Surprisingly, we still have a patchy knowledge of the interactions between different plants. But what experienced organic gardeners do know is

While you're planning for the garden year, here's a quick profile of the companion plants that surround our apricot tree. It's too early to call this an overall "success," since the guild is only 2 years old. However, I can say it has been both very low maintenance and provided us with a very nice yield as we wait for our first apricots. And, although fast growth was not a goal for us here but for better or worse, this tree has beaten its expected growth's rate. Apricot understory: --Yarrow…

There are thirty nine (39) good companion plants for green beans in this list. Each companion plant is accompanied with a photo, a list of its benefits, and tips on how you can include it as part of your garden planting scheme.

My parents have a kumquat tree and it's starting to lose leaves, so they asked if I knew how to treat it. I had an idea, but I wanted to dig a bit deeper, so

Help your Swiss Chard crop thrive in the garden by using these good companion plants for Swiss Chard. Also find out what not to plant with Swiss Chard.

This garlic companion planting guide is filled with information about companion plants for garlic. Use this information as a standalone guide or add it to your garden binder, in addition to your other vegetable companion planting charts and guides.

Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) is a sun-loving fruit tree that grows in U.S. Department of...

I live in Austin, Texas, and peach trees are unusually popular here. After seeing them everywhere, I started thinking about getting one and wondered what plants would be good to have near it in the garden. So, I did some research. Here’s what I found to be the best companion plants for peach trees.

Please note that this post may contain affiliate links. You can read my full affiliate disclosure at the bottom of the page. Having a peach tree is a great way to get wonderfully tasting peaches straight from nature each season. By using companion planting with your peach tree you can help protect it from harmful … Companion Plants for Peach Trees Read More »