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Basil – The Best Companion Plants For Tomatoes
Basil is yet another fantastic option for companion planting alongside tomatoes. It’s one of those rare cases where the harvest from both plants complement each other just as perfectly in the kitchen as they do in the garden!
When basil is planted near tomato plants, it acts as a natural deterrent against a host of common tomato pests, including whiteflies, aphids, and the notorious tomato hornworm. And as a bonus, mosquitoes and pesky house flies aren’t fans of basil’s fragrant, oily foliage either. It’s like having a double-duty guardian in your garden, protecting your tomatoes while adding flavor to your favorite dishes!
No matter if you choose purple basil, sweet basil, or any of the delightful basil varieties out there, this herb is a fantastic companion for your tomato plants.
This translates to less worry about mosquito bites while you’re working in the garden, watering, or harvesting your tomatoes. But the real cherry on top? Basil is rumored to enhance the flavor of tomatoes when grown nearby. Many restaurant chefs insist on this practice and swear by the difference it makes.
You can sow basil seeds directly into the ground at the same time you’re planting your tomato transplants. Just sprinkle a few seeds around each plant and let them thrive together in perfect harmony.
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