Hey everyone! Let’s talk about Companion Planting. Companion planting isn’t just about making your garden look good—it’s about strategic planting that will keep your cannabis safer from pests, without any chemicals. Here are some plants that not only protect your cannabis but also make your garden a powerhouse of bounty and beauty.
1. Basil
This herb is a triple threat—it smells great, repels flies and mosquitoes, and can make your cannabis (and food) taste better. So, keep some basil close to your cannabis plants, and you’ll notice fewer pests and maybe even a flavor boost in your medicine cabinet and your pantry!
2. Lavender
Nothing beats lavender for a bit of garden glamour. It keeps moths and mice at bay with its scent. Plus, those purple blooms add beautiful splashes of color to your yard. It’s like your garden’s own personal guard in purple armor. Not to mention the all natural air freshener!
3. Marigolds
I always edge my cannabis plot with marigolds. I do this because my mom and her mom grew them in their gardens. Their strong scent is a major turn-off for beetles and other nibblers. Plus, they add such a sunny pop of color to the garden vibes. Also, they’re one of the easiest to care for annuals, and are able to withstand the blistering Oklahoma summers.
4. Peppermint
Peppermint isn’t just super refreshing in teas, it’s also great at kicking aphids and spiders to the curb. It grows just about anywhere, and is notorious for spreading like wildfire. Do you want to use this plant as a deterrent, but afraid it will take over? Just plant it in pots, then set them around your garden.
5. Sunflowers
Everyone loves a vast sunflower field. But, these tall beauties are more than just a pretty face. They draw pests away from your precious cannabis and provide some much-needed shade and windbreak for the more delicate plants. This makes sunflowers a pretty helpful plant in Oklahoma, where the wind comes sweeping down the plains.
6. Garlic
Garlic does more than flavor your pasta and deter vampires—it’s also like a bodyguard for your cannabis, keeping spider mites and aphids away. It enriches the soil with sulfur which is fantastic for your plants. It’s also another wonderful staple plant to harvest and use in the kitchen.
Jumping into companion planting is easy. Just think about where each plant will thrive in your garden, keeping in mind they shouldn’t steal each other’s sun or nutrients. Keep an eye on how they all grow together—it’s kind of like building a commune where everyone has their space but helps each other out. Adding these plants to your cannabis garden not only protects your plants, but also turns your garden into a thriving eco-haven. Give these plant pals a try and watch your garden transform!