Experienced gardeners often choose mixed plantings for two reasons.
Firstly, the plants take up less space on the plot. It is possible to plant more crops.
Secondly, if placed correctly, plants can exchange useful substances, due to which they actively develop.
As for strawberries, they are no exception. There are crops that are better not to plant next to them. But there are plants, the proximity to which leads to their rapid growth.
The main enemies of strawberries
The berry crop does not like to border with tomatoes, potatoes and other nightshades. Strawberries do not grow well next to Jerusalem artichoke, carnations, sunflowers, raspberries and cabbage.
What to plant strawberries next to
The plant has an extensive list of favorable neighbors. Thus, strawberries grow well next to legumes, radishes, carrots, spinach, sorrel, and lettuce.
Garlic and onions are the best neighbors for strawberries. Experienced gardeners plant these crops directly on the strawberry bed, but in such a way that the plants do not interfere with each other.
The smell of onions and garlic repels many pests that are dangerous for strawberries. In addition, the plants exchange useful substances, which contributes to their rapid growth.
