Experienced summer residents know that the location of the plant in the beds must be planned in advance. Thanks to this, you can be sure that cultures will not oppress each other, and also contribute to faster and more efficient growth. For this, crops should not differ in requirements for irrigation and soil acidity, so that they can develop simultaneously. In addition, it is extremely important that plants do not suffer from the same diseases, but, on the contrary, represent a natural barrier from their negative influence.
Can you plant tomatoes?
Tomatoes are one of the many crops that thrive next to garlic. A distinctive feature of this vegetable is that its presence provides reliable protection of tomatoes from pests such as spider mites and whiteflies. In addition, the proximity to garlic is also beneficial in that the level of active rust, which is the main problem of this crop, is reduced.
Experienced summer residents note that the presence of tomatoes nearby can significantly reduce the likelihood of scab infection of garlic. In order to get the maximum yield and ensure good growth for both crops, it is necessary to place the garlic at a distance of at least 50 cm from the tomatoes. In this case, planting can be carried out both in greenhouse conditions and in an open area.
The active ingredients contained in tomatoes contribute to the fact that the heads of garlic become larger.
planting cucumbers
It should be noted that not every summer resident decides to plant cucumbers next to garlic. The fact is that opinions about the positive influence of cultures on each other differ. Some suggest that not only will there be no benefit from such a landing, but that the complete opposite effect can be achieved. Due to the impact of garlic, cucumbers begin to grow too slowly, which negatively affects the yield.
Others argue that the presence of garlic nearby allows you to get rid of bacteriosis on the lashes, and this has a positive effect on the ability of cucumbers to grow.
Both of these curings have fairly strong grounds, but it all depends on the fit and the use of additional components.
For to get the most positive result, you do not need to plant garlic too close to cucumbers, as this causes their slower development.
The most optimal distance is considered to be 50 cm, which is enough for each crop to receive all the necessary nutrients from the soil and not conflict with each other.
Compatibility with other cultures
Due to the fact that garlic contains a high concentration of biologically active substances, it plays the role of a fungicide in the garden, so it can perfectly cope with a large number of infections. This is what makes this culture an excellent solution for compatibility with others. Such qualities of garlic have a positive effect on neighboring crops, providing them with the necessary useful components for strengthening growth and better development.
For example, summer residents often plant potatoes along with garlic crops, because they allow this crop to feel more protected from late blight. If you plant garlic next to strawberries, you can get rid of most of the insects that constantly harm the plant. Very often, this vegetable is located next to the salad, carrots, which allows you to protect yourself from the carrot fly.
Many summer residents are wondering if it is possible to plant onions along with garlic. It should be noted that this decision is not competent, since both cultures will interfere with each other, which will negatively affect their growth. In addition, it is best not to plant garlic after onions, as the soil is quite depleted and unable to provide the crop with all the necessary nutrients.
Summer residents note that growing onions and garlic in neighboring beds is an illiterate approach, since both crops come from the same family and are susceptible to the same diseases, which greatly complicates the process of their development.
In addition, both plants are planted at almost the same time and have the same ripening period, so if you have a small area, this can create problems for development. If, nevertheless, a decision is made to plant these crops nearby, then you need to do this at a distance of at least 20 cm., and also closely monitor that there are no diseases in the planting material.
Very often, garlic is planted near strawberries, and with the right approach, they can become friendly neighbors. Both cultures benefit from such a decision, since garlic is a natural protector of strawberries from any pests and the development of fungus. This culture will not only be able to reliably repel insects, but will also prevent the development of a number of infectious diseases that strawberries are often exposed to.
The only problem is that both crops are quite moisture-loving, so it will be necessary to water the beds on an ongoing basis. Garlic will also have a fairly good harvest if strawberries bloom nearby.
Garlic does quite well alongside some legumes as well. After them in the garden, it grows quite well, but it is better to avoid neighborhoods with some. For example, summer residents do not recommend planting beans or peas next to garlic, which simply cannot cope with the presence of such a neighbor. These vegetable crops are unable to get along with each other, as a result of which they will constantly get sick, which will negatively affect the yield.
Mixed planting is quite useful for garlic, as it makes it possible to guarantee that it has all the necessary nutrients for active growth. In addition, mixed cultivation allows the summer resident to cultivate several crops at once, using a proven scheme.
The main advantage of such plantings is that each crop performs its predetermined function, protecting the other. Garlic wins no matter what is in the neighborhood. The only limitation is that it is best not to plant peanuts or lentils next to garlic. These crops cannot develop and bear fruit normally if a similar neighbor is nearby, which will negatively affect the final yield.
But with raspberries, currants and other similar crops, garlic feels very good, has a positive effect on them and improves the yield. And all this despite the fact that each culture has its own needs for water.
In the process of planting garlic next to other crops, it is imperative to follow the scheme. In no case should plants interfere with each other from receiving enough sunlight, therefore, the height of each crop, as well as the presence of additional tiers, should be taken into account.
The main crop should always be one level higher than the compactor.
Thanks to this, it is possible to guarantee the most favorable conditions for the root system, which is extremely important for obtaining all the necessary nutrients. In addition, this allows you to get the necessary amount of direct sunlight, without which it is impossible to ensure the growth of any crop.
The main disadvantage is that simultaneous cultivation of garlic next to other plants is a rather complicated way of planting. To do this, you must have certain knowledge about all the cultures that will be used, their properties and characteristics of the collection.
That is why it is better for novice summer residents not to take risks using such planting methods, because an illiterate approach can nullify all efforts and cause crop loss.
In this way, due to its unique properties and unpretentiousness, garlic is an ideal crop for co-growing with other plants. To achieve the best result, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of planting, growing and harvesting each crop, so that a good yield can be achieved. The most optimal is the planting of garlic near strawberries or in the aisle with cucumbers and tomatoes.
