Companion Planting for Lemon Balm

Companion Planting

Companion planting can greatly benefit your Lemon Balm garden. Use our Companion Planter tool to find the perfect plant companions.

Helps

• Tomatoes
• Brassicas
• Fruit trees

Helped By

• Tomatoes
• Brassicas
• Fruit trees

Avoid

• None

Growing Tips

• Lemon Balm prefers well-drained, fertile soil with plenty of organic matter.
• Plant seeds or seedlings in the garden after the last frost date or start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting.
• Provide consistent moisture and partial shade in hot climates to prevent wilting.
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Regularly check for pests like aphids and spider mites.
• Harvest leaves regularly to promote new growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.
• Prune back heavily in late summer to encourage a second flush of growth in the fall.

Example for Small Garden

In a small garden, you can plant Lemon Balm alongside its companion plants like tomatoes and brassicas. Consider using containers or raised beds to maximize space and manage soil quality. Arrange the plants in a triangular layout to optimize light exposure and air circulation.

Example for Medium Garden

For a medium garden, create dedicated sections for Lemon Balm and their companion plants. Plant Lemon Balm in rows, with tomatoes and brassicas as border plants to provide structural support and deter pests. Incorporate other beneficial plants like marigolds and nasturtiums to attract pollinators and enhance biodiversity.

Example for Large Garden

In a large garden, interplant Lemon Balm with a variety of companions to create a diverse ecosystem. Use a grid layout where Lemon Balm is planted alongside tomatoes, brassicas, and fruit trees. This arrangement helps in pest management and improves overall soil health. Consider rotating crops annually to prevent soil depletion and reduce pest buildup.

Example for Long Garden

A long garden layout allows for row planting, where you can alternate rows of Lemon Balm with rows of its companion plants for optimal growth. Plant Lemon Balm in one row, followed by rows of tomatoes, brassicas, and fruit trees. This method ensures each plant gets adequate space and resources while promoting beneficial interactions between plants.

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