Companion Flowers for Vegetables to Grow in Containers

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Container gardening is a great method to maximise space, and companion flowers can attract pollinators, repel pests, and beautify your yard.

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Nematodes, aphids, beetles, and whiteflies are repelled by marigolds. Attractive: Their orange and yellow blossoms brighten your container garden.

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Marigolds repel worms and aphids that damage tomatoes. Peppers: They repel pests and boost pepper development.

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Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites are deterred by nasturtiums. Their leaves and blossoms give peppery flavour to salads.

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Cucumbers: Nasturtiums repel cucumber bugs and other pests. Radishes: They provide colour to your container garden and repel pests that attack them.

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Pest manage: Ladybirds and lacewings help manage aphids and other pests by visiting calendula.

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