Vegetable plants need friends too

FALLBROOK – Most people have had the experience of meeting someone they instantaneously take a liking (or disliking) to. Many have encountered people who have advanced them on their life’s journey in a positive way. On the flip side, some have been involved in what could only be described as a “toxic” relationship. Turns out, the same interactions take place in the plant world. Who knew?

By learning about these relationships (positive and negative), it is possible to make the most of gardening experiences in terms of increasing productivity and plant vigor and reducing the amount of time...