15 Brilliant Companion Plants for Tomatoes

Basil

Basil and tomatoes--perfect partners in the kitchen and in the garden.

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Borage

Borage is often overlooked as a companion plant, but it is one that tops many lists.

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Beans and peas

Interestingly, beans and peas can help control humidity near tomatoes

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Marigolds

Marigolds are excellent companion plants for many types of plants

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Carrots

Carrots can help to naturally aerate tomato soil.

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Parsley

Parsley is an easy herb to grow. It will help deter pests with its strong fragrance.

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Garlic

Garlic will help deter larger pests of the four-legged variety, too.

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Nasturtiums

Nasturtiums make a great "trap crop" when used as part of an integrated pest management program.

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Oregano

Oregano is another tomato companion that is as great in the garden as it is in the kitchen

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