If Insects Stopped Asking Permission

What if insects stopped respecting the boundaries of our gardens? A speculative look at what might happen if insect pressure increased — and why gardeners might have to learn to share rather than fight.

Companion Planting: Maximize Your Garden Benefits with Ingenious Pairings

Companion planting, a traditional gardening practice, offers various benefits by strategically planting certain plants together to repel or attract insects. It involves trial and error, with herbs being a great starting point. Certain herbs, like basil and chives, offer specific benefits to neighboring plants, while others, like garlic, have broad repelling properties. This practice can enhance diversity and color variety in gardens.