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Growing a vegetable garden in a corner lot presents unique opportunities and challenges. Companion planting can help maximize space, improve plant health, and increase yields. Here are the top 10 vegetables ideal for companion planting in corner lots.
1. Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a popular choice for small gardens. They benefit from being planted near basil, which can enhance flavor and deter pests. Marigolds can also be added to repel nematodes and other pests.
2. Carrots
Carrots grow well with onions and leeks, which help repel pests like carrot flies. Companion planting with radishes can also help loosen the soil around carrots.
3. Lettuce
Lettuce thrives with radishes and carrots. It benefits from being shaded by taller plants like tomatoes or peppers, which can help prevent bolting during hot weather.
4. Peppers
Peppers grow well with basil, which can improve their flavor and repel pests. Beans can be planted nearby to fix nitrogen in the soil, benefiting peppers.
5. Beans
Beans are excellent for fixing nitrogen in the soil. They pair well with corn and squash, creating a productive “Three Sisters” garden. They also deter pests from other crops.
6. Cucumbers
Cucumbers benefit from being planted near radishes, which can help repel cucumber beetles. They also grow well alongside beans and corn for a diverse garden.
7. Spinach
Spinach prefers cooler weather and benefits from being planted with strawberries, which can provide some shade. It also benefits from the nitrogen fixed by nearby beans.
8. Zucchini
Zucchini plants need space but can be paired with nasturtiums, which deter squash bugs. Marigolds also help keep pests away from zucchini plants.
9. Eggplant
Eggplants grow best with companion plants like beans and marigolds. Beans can improve soil nitrogen, while marigolds repel pests.
10. Radishes
Radishes are quick-growing and can be planted between slower-growing crops like carrots or lettuce. They help loosen the soil and can repel pests like aphids.