HOMESTEAD HOW-TO

6 PLANTS TO GROW ALONGSIDE YOUR BLUEBERRY BUSHES TO KEEP THEM HAPPY

DILL

The delightful yellow flowers of dill plants attract parasitoid wasps – nature’s pest control team!

BASIL

Basil is a great companion plant for blueberries

CHIVES

The mild onion scent of chives is potent in repelling pests like aphids, deer, and Japanese beetles.

THYME

Thyme’s compounds are known to repel ants and aphids, making it an excellent companion for blueberries.

PARSLEY

Parsley attracts ladybugs, a natural predator of aphids and hornworms, with its tiny flowers.

GARLIC

Emitting a strong aroma, garlic repels many garden pests and pairs well with blueberries.