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Discover the best companion plants for spinach to boost growth, deter pests, and maximize your vegetable garden's overall health.
Things to know:
Spinach is a cool-weather plant. Plan to plant early spring or late summer to fall. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and make sure to use well-draining soil.
Peas
Peas are an excellent companion plant for spinach. Growing them on a trellis will give spinach much needed shade. Legumes fix nitrogen from the air to allow the spinach to grow dark green quickly.
Brussel Sprouts
Brussel sprouts are a cool-weather crop as well, and will do well growing near spinach. They require similar care making them great companion plants.
Nasturtiums
Nasturtiums can act as a trap crop to draw away harmful pests like the aphid.
Say No to Potatoes
Potatoes draw pests like the flea beetle which can stunt spinach growth. Both spinach and potatoes are susceptible to the same blight diseases.
Pumpkins are a No Go
Pumpkins are a summer crop that spreads across the ground, and it will crowd a spinach plant preventing growth.
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