How to Grow More Vegetables

Fennel Plant away from gardens; disliked by most plants

Flax Companion to carrots and potatoes; deters potato bugs;improves growth and flavor

Garlic Plant near roses and raspberries; deters Japanesebeetles; improves growth and health

Henbit General insect repellent

Horseradish Plant at the corners of a potato patch to deter potatobugs

Hyssop Deters cabbage moths; companion to cabbage andgrapes; keep away from radishes

Lamb’s
quarters

An edible weed; allow to grow in moderate amounts,

especially with corn

Lemon balm Distribute throughout the garden

Lovage Improves flavor and health of plants if planted here andthere

Marigolds

A workhorse among pest deterrents; plant throughout

the garden; discourages Mexican bean beetles,

nematodes, and other insects

Marjoram Plant here and there; improves flavor

Mint Companion to cabbage and tomatoes; improves healthand flavor; deters white cabbage moths

Mole plant Deters moles and mice if planted here and there

Nasturtium

Companion to radishes, cabbage, and cucurbits^11 ;

plant under fruit trees; deters aphids, squash bugs, and

striped pumpkin beetles; improves growth and flavor

Peppermint Planted among cabbages to repel white cabbagebutterflies

Petunia Protects beans