Say goodbye to pests on your brassicas by planting sage nearby.
The scoop
TikTok gardener Chrishell (@chrishell_b) shared a video about the benefits of companion planting. The hack is a great way to deter pests from your garden without relying on chemical pesticides.
@chrishell_b So THIS is what companion planting looks like? Finally can show a good example of how important companion planting is when it comes to pest. If you plant brassicas you should also try planting it with sage 😉 Garden update coming soon! #companionplanting #backyardgardening #sage #gardening #cabbagemoth #cabbageworm #gardenpest #blackgardenerstiktok #gardentok ♬ Little Sparrow - Paul Alan Morris
Anyone who has attempted to grow brassicas, such as kale, broccoli, or cabbage, knows that these leafy greens are often plagued by pests intent on nibbling them to shreds.
Chrishell shared that the secret to her healthy garden was companion planting, saying that it made "a huge difference." In particular, growing sage plants alongside leafy greens is the nifty trick she uses to keep her crops thriving.
One kale plant that hadn't been planted near sage was infested with cabbage worms, which eat through crops and cause severe damage. However, these pesky insects were nowhere to be found near the kale plant she grew beside a sage bush.
According to Wilson's Garden Center, sage repels "snails, cabbage moths, beetles, black flea beetles, and carrot flies," all of which might take a bite out of your brassicas.
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How it's helping
Growing fruits and veggies at home is a great way to save money on your groceries, but there's nothing more devastating than finding out that pests feasted on your lovingly nurtured produce.
Often, the pesticides and insecticides recommended for home gardeners are filled with toxic chemicals that can contaminate your food.
Companion planting is a cheap, all-natural way to keep insects away from your crops, and it comes with the added bonus of introducing another herb to your garden.
According to the Soil Association, other plants that help deter pests from your leafy greens include geraniums, dill, alliums, and rosemary.
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What everyone's saying
"So THIS is what companion planting looks like?" Chrishell remarked playfully.
The gardening expert described the hack as a "good example of how important companion planting is when it comes to pests."
"I need to try this," one user commented. "I love kale!"
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