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We use companion plants amongst our vegetable crops to help attract pollinators and also deter pests.

- By Louise Ellis Head Gardener, Audley End

A commonly used companion plant is marigold. They combine well with tomatoes, lettuce, basil, carrots and cucumbers and create a colourful and tasty display. Marigolds can help to deter whitefly which can be a problem on crops like tomatoes.

INCLUDE A FRUIT TREE IF YOU CAN