Companion Planting: Bringing Nature Into Your Garden!

Using companion planting throughout the landscape is an essential part of an integrated pest management program. In essence, companion planting helps bring a balanced eco-system to your landscape. Numerous plants have natural substances in their roots, flowers and leaves that gardeners find helpful in discouraging harmful insects without losing the beneficial ones. This technique can also help enhance the growth rate of many plants and shrubs.

There are many varieties of flowers, herbs, etc. that can be used for companion plants. Some possibilities would be using particular plants as a border, backdrop, or inter-planting in your flower or vegetable beds where you have specific needs. We suggest using plants that are native to the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex area. This ensures that the insects you want to attract already know what to look for!

By combining both beauty and function, companion planting can provide you an enjoyable, healthy garden while reducing the need for chemical sprays. There are countless ways you can find to incorporate these valuable plants in your garden, flower beds, etc. Your consultant can help direct you to the best choices for your garden environment.