homestead how-to
Marigolds are pretty much the superheroes of the vegetable plot. Very few crops don’t benefit from this pretty orange-flowered plant!
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Planting carrots and cucumbers in the same area is a great way to maximize the use of space in your garden.
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Corn plants grow strong and tall, creating a natural framework that supports your cucumber plants.
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These colorful edible plants act as a trap crop, luring away aphids and leaving your cucumbers to thrive.
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The delightful yellow flowers of dill plants attract parasitoid wasps – nature’s pest control team!
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Grow single rows of cucumbers and peas side-by-side to boost growth while ensuring both crops are easy to harvest.
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