Andy Connolly
I spent years struggling to get geraniums to grow and wondering why. It took me all that time to figure out it was down to what I was planting with them. So I’ve put together a list of plants that simply don’t work with geraniums and why. Let me save you from the heartbreak of …
Alliums, which include onions, garlic, leeks and chives, are fantastic for growing in your garden. Not just because of the food you get from them but they’re also keep pests away and have beautiful flowers. But they don’t get along with every plant. So when you’re looking to grow them you need to be careful. …
Amaranth has wonderful leaves and grains you can eat. It’s also one of the most versatile plants you can have in your garden. But if you’re looking to grow amaranth in it’s good to know which plants it will work with and which it won’t. There are certain plants that if planted alongside it will …
Borage is great for attracting pollinators and helping out insects. It’s tough and has beautiful blue flowers. On top of that it’s a great companion plant as it helps to keep pests away and improves the soil. But borage doesn’t get along with every plant. Some species will fight with it for nutrients or attract …
There aren’t many flowers that have such tall and beautiful flowers as delphiniums. They can grow in lots of light and well draining soil but as they’re so delicate you need to be careful what you plant with then. Some plants can help though by keeping away pests and making your garden work. But others …
Azaleas are one of the most popular plants for gardens. They look great but more than that they don’t mind if they don’t get a lot of light and grow well in acidic soil. But although azaleas are a good choice for your garden not all plants work well with them. Other plants will fight …
Daylilies are tough and don’t need a lot of maintenance. They have bright and lovely flowers that are easy to grow. But not all plants work well when planted with daylilies. They can attract pests, fight over nutrients and stop them growing. So if you want your daylilies to grow well then keep the following …
Foxgloves are some of the most beautiful flowers you can grow. Not only do they look great but they also attract pollinators to your garden too. But not all plants are good companions for foxglove. Lots will fight for nutrients, bring in pests that cause problems and even stop foxgloves from growing properly. So it’s …
Dahlias have some of the most beautiful flowers. Your garden will look much more colorful and charming if you plant them. But sadly there are many plants and flowers that don’t go well with dahlias. They fight over food, attract pests or just make it difficult to grow. So if you’re planning on growing dahlias …
Coneflowers are beautiful and tough, as well as good at attracting pollinators to your garden. So it’s no surprise that they’re very popular in gardens and flower beds. But there are some plants that you shouldn’t plant with coneflowers. They can fight for space and light, attract pests that upset how they grow and steal …