HERBS AS COMPANION PLANTS

ANISE......Sprinkle coriander and anise seeds together to assist germination. BASIL...Basil will grow happily with most plants except rue. BORAGE...Plant near strawberries. CARAWAY.....The long roots of caraway help break down heavy soils making it easier for shallow rooted plants to grow. CHAMOMILE......Grows well with ornamental plants. CHIVES....Plant chives underneath roses to keep aphids and black spot away. Planted under apple trees chives will prevents apple scab. GARLIC.....Roses and garlic are mutually compatible and the smell of garlic helps keep aphids away. HYSSOP....Plant hyssop near grapes. It is a good general insect repellent in the garden. LEMON BALM.....Lemon balmcreates a tranquil atmosphere , plant it in a quiet area of the garden where you enjoy sitting. NASTURTIUM....Grow near apple trees to prevent woolly aphid. PARSLEY......Compatible with roses and tomatoes. RUE.....It is supposed to deter houseflies when grown near windows and doors. SAGE.....Grow sage next to rosemary, they really compliment each other. TANSY......It will repel ants and flies and acts as a repellent. Rub it into the fur of your pets to deter flees. It also assists the breakdown process in compost. THYME...Grows well in the garden. YARROW....Will increase the aromatic qualities of any herb grown nearby.