Never plant zucchini next to these plants - they are enemies: you won't get a harvest

17.05.2023 11:16

It is a common belief that zucchini does not require special care and always grows well.

Many gardeners manage to grow them successfully, but to do this they need to adhere to one main rule - favorable neighborhood.

Some plants can negatively affect the development and productivity of the pumpkin's closest relative.

Bad neighbors for zucchini

For zucchini, you need to select plants that will get along well with them, and avoid planting plants next to zucchini that can harm them.

Potato

It is the main enemy of zucchini due to common pests and soil diseases.

zucchini
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Potatoes and zucchini will be enemies due to diseases that can affect the root system.

Both plants can compete for nutrients in the soil, which will negatively affect the yield of zucchini.

Cucumbers

Zucchini will not get along with cucumbers and will not bear fruit well next to them due to the large amount of shade and competition for food.

Onions and garlic

Onions and garlic can prevent zucchini from bearing fruit, so you should pay attention to this before planting.

Elena Gutyro Author: Elena Gutyro Internet resource editor


Content
  1. Bad neighbors for zucchini
  2. Potato
  3. Cucumbers
  4. Onions and garlic