Best Companion Planting Flowers for the Vegetable Garden

In this video I will share the best cool season and warm season flowers for companion planting in the vegetable garden. Companion planting flowers are beautiful and perform a valuable tole in attracting predators who will help take care of pest control in an organic vegetable garden.
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[@kathymunson601]

I have your book and love it! Just reread it this week.

[@bradylizhuff797]

1. Nasturtiums plant 10 ft away from brassicas 2. Sweet alyssum planted next to lettuce 3. Chives planted around carrots 4. Dill, fennel, parsley, carrots that flower, attract beneficial plants also yarrow 5. Daisy type flower - Shasta daisy, zinnias, calendula, cosmos, sunflowers - attract beneficial insects and pollinators 6. Lavender and thyme - beneficial insects and pollinators (thyme near strawberries) 7. Marigolds 8. Basil - bees, plant by tomato keeps away tomato hornworm 9. Zinnias and Cosmos- attract parasitic wasps

[@Grace-ok3rl]

Very helpful. Thank you so much

[@bonnies1405]

Not only do the herbs repel bugs but also the deer don't like them. I plant herbs in all my flower containers. They look pretty together.

[@MichaelJosephJr934]

Spot on about the basil and tomato. I have a Basil plant at the base of nearly every tomato plant and I never have issues. And thank goodness my GF loves making pesto or I'd be up to my ears in Basil.

[@lelurve]

How do you kill slugs? My basil plants are being attacked and razed by slugs

[@anetteridleyrodriguez]

I need to plant more basil!! I have followed your book and my garden is full of all the insects you mentioned. There's a nice ecosystem going thanks to your book! I really enjoy watching the insects in the garden. I've never celebrated the death of an insect like when I saw a wasp capture a cabbage looper 😅

[@kristin143]

i grow zinnias, nasturtiums, marigolds, sunflowers, cosmos, & my perennials shasta daisies & black eyed susan! its not juz beneficial for your garden, its very beautiful in my eyes as well😊 ...

[@sandieweatherup]

I don't think my book as been closed one day since I bought it. It's currently open to pages 54-55 companions for warm season cucurbits. I'm just starting my second seeding of nasturtiums. This time I'm roughing them up and soaking to see if they come up faster. My purple basil got whipped to death by a three day wind event. 😢 New ones just coming up. Oh and I now have sweet alyssum planted everywhere! 😊

[@jamesreid8638]

Nasturtiums are delicious in sandwiches and salads. The leaves have a slightly "black pepper" - like flavor

[@xpurg8d]

I bought two of your books on preorder before it even came out, one for me and one for my daughter. Even after more than 40 years of veggie gardening, I found it to be useful. Then I gave mine away to another younger relative who loves tomatoes but would never try growing any "because of those icky big worms." She grew a successful tomato plant, surrounded by basil, last year -- so thank you for turning on a newbie! Then I found I wanted to refer to something in your book, so I purchased another copy for myself. I'm sure Barnes and Noble appreciates how popular your book is. Thanks for your invaluable videos, too.

[@phini108]

Love the book. It's a constant companion. Appreciate the comments on Marigolds as I routinely plant them amongst my tomatoes and other veggies. Nasturtiums only have to be planted once as they keep on giving, giving, giving...and can be consumed as well. They can choke out neighboring plants in their enthusiasm.Have a new appreciation for Alyssum. Knock on wood, have not had a problem with tomato hornworms AND will heed your recommendation on planting a lot more basil. In general, am planting a lot more flowers than I once did, thanks to your inspiration and recommendations. Brian you are definitely one of my Gurus! Thanks so much!!!

[@amberl2639]

Pre-ordered Brian's book last year and loved it! I used a lot of alyssum and dill in my garden because of it and I will always use these two going forward (bonus: last year, I learned that alyssum is edible! Being in the brassica family, it has a nice, mustard-like flavor.) I also used the basil-with-tomato planting. I had no tomato worms and will always use that method as well (I never found marigolds to be very helpful in that regard.) The book is great and I highly recommend it. Very organized and easy to read. Thanks for the video version, Brian!

[@xkitchick]

Where can we get it

[@cris_miko]

THIS is the Flower Friday I love. Companion Planting is what led me to grow more flowers.

[@PrettyAliceNight]

I planted a bunch of marigolds this year and have seen the snails love them. They have eaten off all the leaves and even the flower buds.

[@judymckerrow6720]

Thank you Brian, I hope you got some rest, but by looking at the cottage chimney you didn’t. The cottage is coming together so beautifully. 🌷💚🙃

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Have and LOVE your book.

[@Arcticdi]

I use your book constantly and so does my friend whom I gifted one!

[@carolcatlett7381]

I borrowed from the library. I need to buy soon. Best I've seen

[@kerrycarter9428]

I got your book last year when it came out and read it cover to cover. I refer to it almost daily as I am starting seeds and planting. I have interspersed basil (both green and purple), dill, zinnias, cosmos in all my beds. Last year no tomato horn worms at all! Love your videos, always learn from them and rewatch many.❤

[@kat6084]

i have the book. love it. Did get a little lazy & plant marigolds everywhere. lol. But since i have a very picky eater, I only plant 7 things. Tomatoes, peas, green beans, potatoes, strawberries, raspberries& sweet corn.

[@cbdcdiva6872]

I have mine and sent it as a gift to new gardeners!

[@MrsMouse873]

I brought your book last year just before the winter, and it has been the best book I've bought for gardening. Loads of great information but not information overload! It has been my go to reference guide this year for my garden planning and companion plant planning!

[@darlenethompson6738]

Love this gardening book. Putting it to use again this season.

[@thinkingclearly24]

I bought your book last year and learned so much. I companion planted, and it worked, especially for the tomatoes.

[@nancyvonseggern1280]

Your book is something I reference several times a week as I complete the garden. It was a treasure-trove of valuable info in the planning stages, as well.

[@vickihalverson6328]

I received your book last year. I absolutely love this book and will always use it as I do my planting. I used many of your sprays and the results amazed me. I didn't have any disease on my tomatoes, a heavy freeze killed them. I love planting herbs and flowers throughout my garden, it makes it so pretty. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences with others. Your friend in Kansas

[@larrylukas8488]

Perfect timing thanks

[@conniedavidson1807]

I have your book and used it for planting this year.

[@lauradamato6332]

I preordered your book last year and read the whole book the first day I got it. I now use it as my bible in gardening. I had a great harvest last year.

[@rickthelian2215]

Loving the flowers Brian.😊

[@DianeHayes23]

Just ordered it!! Coming tomorrow! Just built and filled three 4'x8'x10" raised gardens here in southeast Wisconsin. Can't wait to plant.

[@janinesmith720]

Love the book. My number one go to reference guide.

[@stefmcclure9386]

I bought your book last year when it came out and love it! Very easy to look up what I need as I learn.

[@debbielente4766]

Thanks for this. I did plant flowers for That reason and fruit trees. Take care 😊

[@myriampedersen4162]

I learned so much about companion planting from your book. I was having a problem with a pest and I went to your book and found which plant to grow with my vegetable. I feel better in knowing I can take care of pests by just knowing what to plant.

[@marthakratz7877]

I found out something very fascinating about beans. I started beans indoors because for some reason they seem to hate me when I plant the seeds outdoors, anyway, one morning I was up before dawn and I noticed that the bean leaves were in a 'resting position' and not in their upright position. I looked it up and sure enough that's a habit of beans and other related plants. Once the sun starts shining on them they raise their leaves.🥰 There's a very high probability that you covered this in a video that I didn't happen to see.

[@lisakruger5289]

I have the kindle version of your book and have been starting to plant basil with all of my tomato plants. The very first tomato plant I ever planted was totally decimated overnight by a hornworm...so anything I can do to prevent that is appreciated! I love cosmos so I am planting plenty of those and zinnias too!

[@barbarabishop545]

I have your book and am using it to plant my garden. I am keeping a garden journal and make notes in it from your book. It has been so very helpful as we have changed how we do everything. I love your videos too. I watch and rewatch them. Thank you for sharing all of your valuable knowledge.

[@robertjohnson9832]

I have your book and use it all the time. I also sent one to my sister in Maine and she and her neighbors all us it. Great video as usual.

[@lindysmallwood2039]

I love my companion book. I bought one for my sister this year in California. So much great information. Besides the benefits of planting flowers in your garden, it also adds to the beauty. Blessings ❤️🌺

[@amythomas4850]

After watching this video, I went and bought your book. Ive been wanting to learn more about companion planting.Very excited to start it in my garden this year.

[@rachellemazar7374]

I use your book to plan my garden and I am really happy with the results.

[@brandyjaques6865]

I just ordered your book Brian! It looks like it will be a great companion and addition to not only my garden, but also to my library! I am in zone 5b and it’s May 24, 2023. My flowers and vegetables look nothing like yours. I would love to have your garden! Great tips here for the flowers, I’ve been planting them all from direct seed and they are still seedlings but they will grow soon!

[@debbietabor3493]

I always have your book by my side when I'm planning or switching gears. I love how easy it is to use❣️❣️❣️

[@enigmasky1680]

Love this video! Thank you.

[@ravensmoonlite]

I love your book. My daughter got it for me for Mother's Day and have used it extensively in my new container garden :)

[@Pilawaag]

Brian I just bought your book a month ago and I've really enjoyed reading it. My tomatoes have only been in their root pouches for a few weeks now, but I am absolutely planning on adding some basil to smaller pouches and keeping them close. I had tomato hornworms last year and luckily caught them early so I was able to hand remove most of them but I only had 4 plants. However, I'm growing way more tomatoes this year and I don't think that method will be a viable solution for me this time around. I am really looking forward to see how the basil performs! Thanks again for your content and for getting me interested in gardening!

[@tracye1866]

Two minutes in I had to pause the video to grab my gardening journal. Great info, Thank you! Now I need to plant a LOT more basil!!

[@bobbieminami4484]

Ty for your info. And yes I did purchase your book from Amazon! I love your channel.

[@jancaligiuri3623]

I bought the book this spring and have used it so often already! I now have lots of alyssum and pockets of nasturtiums and calendula all over. Beauty and benefits? yes please!

[@nwinning]

I have your book and I love it. Unfortunately, we have been in the 90s for weeks now. (Gardening early morning.). This was a great recap of the info in your book plus more. Thanks!

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Of course, I have your book! It's a great help for me in the garden.

[@tynameers1382]

Adore the book! Ordered earlier this week and have been devouring it. Thanks for a concise and complete reference for my garden needs!!!

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Have your book! LOVE your book!! I keep in on my end table next to my seat because in the past year I have opened it more than any other book in the house not counting the Bible!!!

[@kathyburns2945]

I received your book as soon as Amazon made it available. Love it. So much good information. Thank you.

[@maryvanderwall4602]

Love, love your book, Brian! Thanks so much for writing it! 🙂

[@Phil-nw1cc]

I do have your book and I love it! I haven't quite finished it yet but so far it's great.

[@joannagel4681]

I did buy your book & refer to it often when planning out my garden❣️

[@kathleenm3282]

Brian I LOVE my book. I refer to it…even in the winter when I am dreaming of gardening in spite of all the snow here in Northern Michigan.

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I’m so impressed. That’s for that fantastic information.

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I just ordered your book yesterday coming today...super excited.

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I have the book, I love it, however I love your tutorials even more!!!!

[@sallyrichardson4082]

I ordered your book last year. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it, because I’ve been watching your videos and learning, so this just reinforced everything I have learned. Some of it was the same advice my grandmother would say when we were kids and having to work in her garden. So I have two big planters, and I have a Marigold in each one and alyssum planted around the fence area, and basil in each one as well. The only pests I am seeing is Japanese beetles. I’m picking them off as I see them and dumping them in soapy water. I keep a jar out on the planter just for them. 🤣🤣

[@marthakratz7877]

I did buy your book and I received it almost a week ago and I'm finding it very informative. It's so good that I'm all set to buy another one for a friend who's new at gardening and very enthusiastic about it. I don't see the link on this video but I'll find it on another one.

[@theresapelican9621]

Very refreshing!! So important to get those flowers in the garden. I purchased your book when i first came out. Have a great weekend! It has been rather hot in the Sacramento area this past week- 90’s. Supposed to cool some this weekend.

[@lindachorkey1316]

Got it. Use it. Love it.❤

[@marygrott8095]

This was definitely helpful, Brian. Thank you!

[@phenixwars1]

This was an awesome video! Very easy to remember all the pointers. I bought your book when it came out and bought one for a friend. It's also easy to understand and follow 👍🏼 Love Flower Fridays! 🌷

[@elenamartino1620]

I just bought your book. So excited to learn about companion planting in my garden 😁

[@Luv2Garden2]

Definitely a book I need to add to my collection.

[@user-mi6vs5yr7d]

Fabulous information for a relative newbie in the garden! Thanks,

[@susanriggs8896]

As with many others, I ordered your book last year and really like it! And the video reminded me of some of things I haven't done yet. I've been incorporating more flowers into my veggie beds, especially alysum as it has so many wonderful properties: sweet smell, easy to grow, low profile, provides a living mulch. I've been adding more and more daisy-like flowers. Last year I let some carrots go to seed, and my, such lovely flowers! I should have known as they are related to Queen Ann's Lace which I love. I've been planting scallions in among the lettuce. I would like to add borage to the list of beneficial flowers; in my garden they bee magnets, and you can't beat the blue color.

[@colleenbellscanadiangarden9180]

Absolutely enjoyed this ❤ Thanks ❤️

[@sarahzepke1702]

Oh man a few weeks ago i bought your book, and one for my sister! And we planned all of our beds thisbyearnwith it. So excited! FANTASTIC book- easy to read and understand! ❤❤

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I LOVE your book! It’s straightforward, beautiful, informational. Definitely using it as a resource

[@bclarkquilts]

Love your book, Brian! I refer to it constantly. Great video. I've planted lots more flowers around the garden this year and I made sure to intermix basil with my tomatoes! We'll see how I do with the hornworms this year! Thanks for all you do. Love your videos!

[@BlackJesus8463]

Nice! I'll start planting basil with tomatoes! 👍

[@wincymeow3831]

Fabulous information for a relative newbie in the garden! Thanks, 😊

[@nancydaniels161]

Loving flower Friday! I also love your your book.! It’s a great resource book for my library. ❤️❤️❤️🌱🌱🌱

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I have it and read it. Love it. Thank you for it.

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Got it! Love it!

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I have it and it’s great 👍🏻

[@cherylskornik1512]

THIS was a huge help to me as I have a big problem with leaf miners. Parasitic wasps are going to be my hero. Thank you

[@susanpohl1122]

Loved this video! Thanks

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Love your book❤❤So helpful and totally educational ❤❤❤

[@SonniesGardenPA]

Good Info. Thanks for sharing!

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I loved your book! I have tabs all in it marking some very important pages and information. Love, love, love it!!

[@claratarver3138]

Great info. Thanks

[@54cwalt]

Hi Brian! Love your book! I refer to it often when planting my garden. ❤❤❤

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Have it love it!!

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Loved the video. Thanks for the great info.

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Thank you!

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Love your book!

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I love your book ❤

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Love the book! It’s always out for reference.

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I have your book and love it!

[@belindawest3558]

I have it and love it

[@Chris29909]

Good info I’m going to start adding these things

[@Luv2Garden2]

Thank you so much. Great information 👍

[@user-od8qj3be8m]

As always a great video, Thank You! Since we were not fortunate enough to wing one of your Companion Planting Books we were "forced" to purchasing one. Boyfriend basically read the whole book the first evening after receiving it. We are slowly transitioning to your many suggested ideas. Not as heavy on the flowers as you suggest. We gotta get more flower seeds. However lots of veggies to abet in the companion plant growing!

[@connieeneix3891]

Yes I have your book! Lots of great information as well as this video 😊. Thanks for sharing and I see your getting closer to finishing the chimney 😊