Since they make sweet treats for pests, the right strawberry companion plants can protect your fruit garden.
Picking asweet, ripe strawberrystraight from your garden is a delightful treat for the home gardener.
Unfortunately, the very things that make us love strawberries also make these fruits popular among garden pests.
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The following offer different benefits so you could choose the right strawberry companion plants to meet your gardening needs.
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Asparagus
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Asparagus is a good companion plant for strawberries because they have similar growing requirements.
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Remember that asparagus has tall and wispy leaves, which may overshadow shorter strawberries.
To avoid this, plant your strawberry plantsin front of your asparagus plantsto ensure they receive enough light.
Yarrow attracts beneficial insects, like predatory wasps, ladybugs, and lacewings.
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However, this powerhouse plant offers many other benefits when cultivated as a companion plant for strawberries.
Additionally, borage is known to boost the growth of many different plants, including strawberries.
Additionally,thymeslow growth habit makes it an excellentliving mulch.
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When in bloom, crimson clover is sure to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your preference and the amount of space you’re working with.
For a good harvest, double-check that you give them about 1-2 inches of water per week.
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If you live in a milder region, you’re free to plant them during the fall.
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“Anaerobic soil disinfestation is an alternative to soil fumigation for control of some soilborne pathogens in strawberry production.
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Garlic chives(Allium tuberosum).
Plant flowers to encourage beneficial insects.Wisconsin Horticulture.
Benefits of crimson clover as a cover crop.MSU Extension.
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United States Department of Agriculture.
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