05/29/2026
Pest-repelling plants can help, but they’re not magic 🌿 A few ways I use them:
🌼 Marigolds and nasturtiums are easy to tuck around vegetable beds for extra color and diversity.
🌿 Basil near tomatoes and peppers is one of my favorite kitchen garden pairings.
💜 Lavender and rosemary like sunny, well-drained spots, so I don’t plant them where the soil stays wet.
🌱 Mint is useful, but I always keep it in a pot because it spreads fast.
🧄 Garlic and chives are great around garden edges, especially if you already use them in the kitchen.
I think of these as part of a healthier garden setup, not a guarantee that pests will disappear overnight 🌱
