Bluestem Gardening

April 7, 2025

11 Minutes
Companion Planting

Smart Plant Pairing: Growing a Climate-Resilient Garden Together

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Plant your tomatoes alongside basil and marigolds to create a <a href="https://bluestem.ca/companion-planting/how-symbiotic-planting-creates-a-thriving-garden-ecosystem/">symbiotic garden ecosystem</a> that naturally deters pests and enhances flavor. Interplant tall, sun-loving crops like corn with shade-tolerant beans and squash, following the...
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