Tomato Guild
Strategic companions that protect tomatoes and improve harvests
Everything a tomato plant needs to thrive. Basil repels the destructive tomato hornworm and improves flavor, marigolds deter nematodes and other pests, and carrots with their deep taproot don't compete with tomato's root system. Multiple defenses, complementary growing needs.
Companion planting arrangement
Why This Works
Basil repels hornworms and improves tomato flavor
Marigolds deter harmful nematodes in soil
Carrots with deep taproots don't compete with shallow tomato roots
Comprehensive pest and disease defense system
The Plants in This Plot
Planting Instructions
- 1
Plant tomato in the center, provide sturdy support
- 2
Surround with basil 30cm from tomato base
- 3
Place marigolds at plot corners—their scent repels many pests
- 4
Plant carrots on outer edges, space 20cm apart
Care & Maintenance
Water tomatoes deeply and consistently
Pinch basil regularly for bushiness and flavor
Deadhead marigold flowers to encourage blooming
Support tomato vines as they grow—they need stability
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