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Companion planting that actually works in tunnels

By Thandiwe Nkosi · 4 April 2026

I plant basil between my tomato rows in the tunnels. The basil repels whitefly and aphids — I haven't sprayed in 2 seasons. The trick is to plant the basil 2 weeks before the tomatoes so it's established. Also works outside: marigolds around your pepper beds keep nematodes away. Not all companion planting is proven, but these two are real for me.

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