Tomato Companion Plants That Really Work
Neighbors that keep pests away and keep the harvest coming.
A tomato bed does not need much from you, and that is the point. Start with healthy plants, give them a spot that suits them and water them through the first few weeks. After that, a layer of mulch and a quick look once a week is most of the job.
Basil
Basil likes the same sun and water as tomatoes, and its scent confuses some pests.
Marigolds
French marigolds help against root-knot nematodes when they grow in the bed for a full season.
What to keep away
Fennel and walnut trees slow tomatoes down. Give them their own corner.