Sometimes slow and steady does not win the race. Like all those little kid gardeners, there are occasions when even the adults tire of waiting long periods to see sprouts, or taste the fruits (or should I say greens?) of their labor.That’s where fast-growing vegetables and herbs can really co
11 of the Best Companion Plants to Grow With Okra
25.06.2023 - 02:15 / gardenerspath.com / Rose Kennedy
11 of the Best Companion Plants to Grow With OkraAs a matchmaker for my human loved ones, I’ll admit I don’t do so well. But when it’s time to pair okra plants with beneficial companions in my home garden, I have an enviable success rate.
Part of the reason is that okra, unlike some of the folks I’ve tried to fix up over the years, is easy to get along with.
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Known by the botanical name Abelmoschus esculentus, okra grows quickly and produces mightily in warm weather.
But even with its easy-going nature, okra can benefit when you take extra time to plan where it grows – right down to selecting the most helpful companion plants to grow nearby.
If you’re not familiar with companion planting, it’s the practice of pairing certain types of plants in the garden, landscape, or even in containers in a way that benefits one or both.
Certain companion pairings help gardeners grow vegetables or flowers with less effort or resources, while others promote higher yields or deter pests.
Other plants make a good match just because they look good together, grow at the same time of year, or have complementary sunlight or water needs.
We have an insightful guide on the scientific findings that guide companion planting, and that’s a good place to get the background on this helpful concept.
I’m also the first to admit that some oft-repeated companion planting ideas are merely wit and wisdom or even folklore. The best way to handle this practice is with your own careful trial and error.
Okra is not nearly as fussy about its companions as many high-producing vegetable crops (I’m looking at you, beans and garlic).
Still, it will grow even
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