There are many tips in the gardening world about planting together that promise to increase yields and protect crops from each other. However, not all plant combinations are useful and effective.
Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, spoke about the proximity of strawberries and garlic.
Harmful effects of garlic
Garlic is a valuable vegetable crop, known for its medicinal properties and unique taste. However, when planted together with strawberries, garlic may encounter a number of problems.
Strawberries have a more developed root system, which can compete with garlic roots for nutrients and water. This can lead to weakening of garlic and deterioration of its yield.
Harm to strawberries
Planting garlic and strawberries together can also be unfavorable for strawberries. Garlic contains allicin, which is a natural insecticide and repels pests.
However, allicin can also have a negative effect on strawberry roots. This can lead to slower growth and development of strawberries, as well as a decrease in their yield.
Planting garlic and strawberries together can have a negative impact on the yield of both crops. Therefore, it is recommended to plant them at a distance from each other to create optimal conditions for their growth and development.
When planting strawberries, you can use a number of other plants, such as mint, sage or parsley, to help protect them from pests.
Thus, choosing the right combination of plants will help ensure a good harvest and healthy plants.
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Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
