companion planting

American  

noun

1. the cultivation of different types of plants in close proximity so as to benefit each other, as planting a deer-repellent plant in a flower garden.

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Example Sentences

“Our fruits and vegetables are grown naturally using time-tested methods like companion planting, selecting plant combinations that naturally deter pests and enrich the soil.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Consult sites such as Gardenate for month-by-month guides on what to grow in your growing zone, as well as tips on companion planting and how long until you can eat your produce.

From Salon • Oct. 26, 2023

An example is companion planting to manage unwanted pests.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2023

So they aren’t good for companion planting unless you are able to find some of the new dwarf varieties, such as those produced by the Dwarf Tomato Project.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2021

This is quintessential example of companion planting: the sprawling pumpkin vines keep the ground cool, the beans add nitrogen to the soil and the corn help keep the beans upright.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2020