Perennials You Should Avoid Planting Side by Side

Planting peonies and hibiscus together can lead to competition for nutrients and sunlight, which can impact the growth and flowering of both plants.

Peonies & Hibiscus

Bleeding heart plants prefer damp, shaded conditions, whereas Russian sage thrives in dry, well-drained soil and full sun.

Bleeding Heart & Russian Sage

Iris plants thrive in moist soil in partial shade, while daylilies prefer well-drained soil and full sun.

Iris & Daylilies

Plant lavender alongside other sun-loving perennials like rosemary or yarrow, and hostas with shade-tolerant companions like astilbe or ferns.

Lavander & Hostas

Kiwi vines are vigorous growers that demand substantial nutrients and water, while blackberries also require nutrient-rich soil but prefer slightly drier conditions.

Kiwi & Blackberries

Both creeping thyme and creeping phlox are vigorous groundcovers that spread quickly, competing for space and nutrients if planted together.

Creeping Thyme & Creeping Phlox

Strawberries and raspberries enjoy similar growing conditions – fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny spot. However, raspberries are greedy feeders and will outcompete with strawberries for nutrients.

Raspberries & Strawberries

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