[tali]

Hello all its been sometime since i've been able to get online have a new pc now so i'll be bugging you all haha
what i would like you experts to help me with is a list of herbs to grow alongside of veggies i know that some herbs keep away pests from certain veggies can you help me please!!!

[Trillium]

Chives tend to deter carrot flies, but other than that, I don't think too many herbs are offensive to pests.
Recommendations to grow would be chives, rosemary (take it inside for winter), oregano, basil, summer savory and perhaps some mint but in pots only. Never plant mint directly in your garden - trust me!  These are popular basics. Fennel is also nice - the bulbs is delicious chopped up raw with a vinegraitte or baked.

[flowergirl]

Im with you on the mint issue been digging it out of the allotment for months (not planted by me) its everywhere :evil:

[gobs]

I'm not a great believer in that particular something will deter particular something and there is a library to that as to amounts, time of growth, etc.

Mixed planting and interplanting will produce a healthier environment than monoculture, which is a breeding ground for nasties.

[Trillium]

Forgot to add, welcome back Tali. did notice you were missing.

[tali]

thanks trillium i have missed this siye i've learnt so much from you all

[noshed]

I grew basil in amongst my tomatoes last year - not sure if it did any good but the smell was lovely and handy to pick along with the toms.

[Trillium]

Basil and toms are a recommended combo, but I think mostly because both need the same sort of soil and regular watering to do their best. You can't lose with this combo.