Herbs that do not get along

Reasons why plants don't get along

Plants fight for a good place that gives them optimal growth conditions. Often there is competition for light and food. So they take each other's food source. In the battle for light, fast-growing plants that grow tall shade slow-growing small varieties.

Annual plants usually grow quickly, but they do not form a strong carpet of roots. Perennial Herbs make life difficult for them through dense roots. For this reason, annual and perennial varieties do not get along well.

Some plants release substances through their roots that harm other plants. In this way you secure an undisturbed space.

Sometimes the demands are too different. For this fact alone, some combinations are simply out of the question. An herb that loves sandy soil and one that prefers clay are not ideal neighbors.

If you want a good yield and want to successfully plant herbs yourself, you cannot avoid planning accordingly. The good thing is that just as there are bad neighbors, there are also good ones who in turn have a positive influence on each other.

Example of incompatible herbs

basil should not be placed next to lemon balm, because lemon balm grows heavily and is perennial. Basil, on the other hand, is annual. In addition, lemon balm needs more sun than basil. For this reason, fennel and coriander, as well as peppermint and chamomile, do not fit in a bed.

lavender and lovage are loners that do not go with any other herb. They need a lot of space.

Wormwood is one of the plants that secrete substances through the roots to harm other herbs. He has to stand alone.

Plants that go well together

Herbs that like each other
Can be put together in one flower bed	Can be put together in a saucepan
Thyme, marjoram	Dill, cress, Marjoram
Melissa, peppermint	Parsley, borage, chervil
Lemon balm, fennel	Chives, thyme, sage, tarragon and lemon balm
Chamomile, chives, dill	Sage, oregano, savory

Don't assume that it's best to separate all plants as best you can. A mixed culture is an advantage in the garden. Don't just plant the herbs in separate beds. Garlic drives out underneath Roses Aphids and radishes go well too Beans and salads. Many gardeners put chives, parsley and lettuce in a bed and harvest a seasoned one salad.

Create mixed beds with lots of different plants. Just avoid putting together varieties that don't go well together.