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COMPANION PLANTING. Plants that grow well together - and aid each other. Benefits. Security through Diversity Habitats – Improve Biological Control Attracts Beneficial Insects Attracts Pollinators Naturally Regulates & Repels Pests Nitrogen Fixation Mutual Protection/Assistance
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COMPANION PLANTING • Plants that grow well together - and aid each other 23Jun2012 by Lisa Erdos, UCCE Master Gardener for San Mateo/San Francisco Counties
Benefits • Security through Diversity • Habitats – Improve Biological Control • Attracts Beneficial Insects • Attracts Pollinators • Naturally Regulates & Repels Pests • Nitrogen Fixation • Mutual Protection/Assistance • Shaded Microclimate • Wind break • Climbing Support 23Jun2012 by Lisa Erdos, UCCE Master Gardener for San Mateo/San Francisco Counties
Flowering Companions that Attract Beneficial Insects 23Jun2012 by Lisa Erdos, UCCE Master Gardener for San Mateo/San Francisco Counties