Flowers that you shouldn't plant together: Gardening tips

When choosing flowers for your beautiful garden beds, remember that some plants don't exactly like growing next to each other.

That's why you should choose them carefully, so they won't interrupt each others' growth.

Here are some examples of bad flower neighbors.

Sun-Loving and Shade-Loving Flowers

Some flowers love lots of sunlight, while others prefer shade. 

Don't plant sun-loving flowers right next to shade-loving ones. They won't be happy together.

Tall and Short Flowers

If you have tall flowers, like sunflowers, and short ones, like pansies, avoid planting them side by side. 

The tall ones might block the sun or rain from reaching the short ones.

Invasive and Delicate Flowers

Some flowers are invasive and can spread quickly, while others are delicate and don't like competition. 

Keep the invasive ones away from the delicate ones.

Different Water Needs

Certain flowers need a lot of water, while others prefer drier soil. Don't pair flowers with very different water needs right next to each other.

Strong and Fragile Stems

Flowers with strong, sturdy stems can overshadow and crowd out those with delicate, fragile stems. Keep them separated.

Incompatible Soil Preferences

Some flowers like acidic soil, while others prefer alkaline soil. Mixing them can lead to unhappy flowers.

Contrasting Colors

Combining clashing flower colors, like red and pink, can create an unattractive look. Plan your garden with complementary colors in mind.

Overcrowding

Avoid planting flowers too close together. Overcrowding can lead to competition for nutrients and space, making it harder for all the flowers to thrive.

That's how you can plan your garden to ensure that your flowers grow happily alongside each other.

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• 2 November 2023

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