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Companion Planting Tool: Good & Bad Plant Companions

What grows well together in your vegetable garden? Find out instantly, no complicated charts needed. Based on over 3,000 plant varieties, our tool shows which vegetables make good companions.

Illustration of pumpkin and eggplant with companion planting connections

This is how your plan could look

iPhones with the Fryd app and a bee on a flight path
iPhones with the Fryd app and a bee on a flight path

Do you already know the Fryd app?

From sowing to harvest – plan your vegetable garden with Fryd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which plants grow well together in a raised bed?

Tomatoes and basil, carrots and onions, lettuce and radishes – these are classic examples of companion plants that support each other.

What are bad companions for tomatoes?

Fennel, peas, red cabbage and other nightshades don't pair well with tomatoes. Good companions are basil, carrots and parsley.

How does companion planting work?

Plants influence each other through root secretions, scent and nutrient needs. Based on over 3,000 plant varieties, the Companion Planting Tool shows you which combinations work well together.

Do I need a companion planting chart?

Traditional companion planting charts are often hard to read and incomplete. Our Companion Planting Tool replaces complicated charts: simply enter your vegetables and instantly see which plants are good companions and which are bad companions.