What flowers can be planted next to roses, and which should not: it is important for every housewife to know - lists that should be known

Roses are one of the most beautiful and fragrant flowers that decorate any garden.

But not all flowers are good neighbors with roses, some can prevent them from growing and blooming. In this article, the expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", scientist-agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh will tell readers which flowers can be planted next to roses, and which should not.

Flowers-friends of roses

There are several flowers that not only do not interfere with roses, but also help them fight pests and diseases, and create a harmonious ensemble. Here are some of them.

Lavender

Lavender is a fragrant plant that repels aphids, ants, and other insects that can damage roses. Lavender also has beautiful purple flowers that pair well with roses of different shades.

Carnation

Carnation is a perennial plant that blooms long and abundantly. Carnation has many different colors that can be matched to roses. Carnation also repels aphids and other insects, and its roots secrete substances that improve the soil for roses.

Narcissus

Narcissus is a spring flower that pleases the eye with its bright and delicate flowers. Narcissus is a good neighbor for roses because it protects them from mice, moles and other rodents that can damage the roots of roses. Narcissus also prevents the appearance of fungal diseases on roses.

Flowers are the enemies of roses

There are also flowers that are best not planted next to roses because they compete for nutrients and moisture, attract pests or diseases, or simply don't harmonize with roses. Here are some of them.

Peony

The peony is a large, lush flower that can outshine roses in its height and volume. Peonies also attract ants, which can carry aphids to roses. Peonies and roses have different soil and watering requirements, so it is better not to plant them next to each other.

Lily

The lily is an elegant and fragrant flower that may seem like a good neighbor for roses. But in reality, the lily can harm roses because it is susceptible to powdery mildew, which can spread to roses. The lily can also infect roses with viruses that cause leaf spotting and wilting.

Daisy

Daisy is a simple and cute flower that can create a contrast with roses. But daisy is not suitable for neighboring roses because it grows quickly and takes up a lot of space.

Daisy can also be a carrier of black spot, which is dangerous to roses.

Earlier we wrote about which plants will help get rid of weeds in the garden.