A garden without unnecessary trouble is the dream of any summer resident. And it is easy to implement if you know a simple trick. Properly selected “neighbors” in the garden can replace fertilizers and provide protection against pests. Watermelon is a great example. It grows perfectly next to one seemingly modest culture.
We are talking about radish. This root crop can be more than it seems. He heals the soil, protects the watermelon from pests and attracts bees. A dense tops additionally restrains flying insect pests, like a hedge.
Experienced summer residents advise planting watermelons and radish on one bed. Watermelons go first, and when they are already rooting, radish is planted nearby. With such a neighborhood, watermelons will be pleased with the size and taste.
Additionally, you can enhance the effect if you surround the watermelons with fragrant grasses.
For this, they are suitable:
- coriander
- thyme
- anise
- sage
- dill
- handle
- basil
Herbs repel pests and create a fragrant useful proximity. It is better to plant them in early June. First basil, and then radish.
This approach works great in small areas. This allows you to save space, and the crop of watermelons will eventually delight even the most lazy summer residents.
