Arranging vegetables and flowers in one bed is a strategy that many experienced gardeners choose.
The presence of beautiful “neighbors” for tomatoes, cucumbers and other garden crops gives two positive results at once.
Firstly, the suburban area acquires a more interesting appearance. Secondly, the chances of collecting a bountiful harvest of vegetables increase significantly.
But let's look at each of these pleasant consequences separately.
Decorating the garden bed
The flowers will make the beds look more beautiful.
The plot will acquire an original appearance that will please both the summer resident and his guests.
Increasing vegetable yields
Flowers placed next to vegetables indirectly contribute to increasing the yield of the main garden crops.
This phenomenon is explained as follows: beautiful plants “scare away” pests.
It's all about the bright aroma, which dangerous insects can't stand. As a result, uninvited "guests" try not to appear in the beds.
Thus, vegetables acquire protection from pests and dangerous diseases. The chances of a good harvest increase.
It is worth noting that calendula and nasturtium look best in the role of “defenders”.
