Bad Companion Plants For Strawberries

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Potatoes can be harmful neighbors for strawberries due to several issues. The physical growth of potato tubers can disrupt the delicate roots of strawberry plants.

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Potatoes

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Tomatoes can become larger than expected and may overwhelm strawberry plants if they grow too close together.

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Tomatoes

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The broad leaves of pepper plants can cast excessive shade over strawberries, limiting their sunlight exposure and reducing their fruit production.

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Peppers

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Cucumbers are not suitable companions for strawberries primarily because they are also affected by Verticillium wilt.

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Cucumber 

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Growing winter squash, including pumpkins, near strawberries can create significant competition for space.

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Winter Squash

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Melons are particularly challenging neighbors for strawberries due to their vigorous vine growth.

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Melons

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