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Peppers, both sweet and hot, make good companion plants, as they have the same growing needs and are susceptible to the same pests and diseases. Tomatoes are often used as eggplant companions. Again, be sure not to shade the eggplant. Potatoes and spinach are also said to make great companion plantings too.
- What should you not plant next to eggplant?
- Can zucchini and eggplant grow together?
- Can okra and eggplant be planted together?
- What vegetable plants work well together?
What should you not plant next to eggplant?
Eggplant – A good companion for amaranth, beans, marigolds, peas, peppers, spinach, and thyme. Do not plant eggplants near fennel. Fennel – Not a companion for any garden food plant, fennel will actually inhibit growth in bush beans, kohlrabi, tomatoes, and others.
Can zucchini and eggplant grow together?
They grow well together under similar conditions. Both plants are prolific, requiring only a few plants to produce enough fruit for fresh use. Plant a few extra to preserve for later use or to share with the neighbors.
Can okra and eggplant be planted together?
Eggplant. Eggplant is a nightshade vegetable, like peppers, that is also beneficial when planted near okra. Eggplant and okra benefit from nutrients that each plant releases into the soil, causing each one to grow stronger and healthier.
What vegetable plants work well together?
Companion Planting Chart
| Type of Vegetable | Friends |
|---|---|
| Cabbage | Beets, celery, chard, lettuce, spinach, onions |
| Carrots | Beans, lettuce, onions, peas, peppers, tomatoes |
| Corn | Climbing beans, cucumber, marjoram, peas, pumpkins, squash, sunflowers, zucchini |
| Onions | Cabbage, carrots, chard, lettuce, peppers, tomatoes |
