List Of Companion Plants
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This is a list of companion plant relationships. Many more are in the list of beneficial weeds.
The purpose of this list is to provide plants that assist in the growth of others, be it attracting beneficial insects, naturally regulating pests, repelling harmful insects, providing nutrients, part of a biological pest control program, and in some cases simply a shaded microclimate or climbing support.
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