Want more cucumbers?
Plant buddies can help!
Discover 7 companion plants that boost your cucumber harvest. These plant friends can make a big difference.
Ready to grow more cucumbers?
Let’s explore!
1. Dill
Dill and cucumbers are like best buddies. Dill helps repel aphids, spider mites, and squash bugs that love to feast on your cucumbers.
Plus, if you let dill flowers bloom, they’ll attract beneficial insects like ladybugs and parasitic wasps. These good guys help keep the bad bugs in check.
Just plant your dill close to the cucumbers, and let nature do its thing.
2. Nasturtiums
Want to add a splash of color to your garden while protecting your cukes? Plant some nasturtiums nearby.
They act as a trap crop, luring aphids away from your cucumbers. Nasturtiums also attract beneficial insects like predatory beetles.
Bonus: the flowers are edible and make a spicy addition to your salads!
3. Radishes
Radishes are a great companion plant for cucumbers. They help fend off cucumber beetles, which can seriously harm your crop.
If you plant radishes around your cucumbers, they’ll also improve the soil. Radishes grow quickly, so you’ll have a harvest in no time, and you can replant them throughout the season to keep the beetles at bay.
4. Marigolds
Marigolds aren’t just pretty—they’re also great pest deterrents. Planting marigolds near cucumbers helps keep away nematodes, aphids, and beetles.
They release a chemical that is toxic to many pests but safe for your cucumbers. These flowers can also attract pollinators, contributing to a better yield for your cucumbers.
5. Sunflowers
Sunflowers can be the unsung heroes of your cucumber patch. Their tall, sturdy stems can serve as natural trellises for cucumber vines to climb.
Additionally, sunflowers attract pollinators and beneficial insects that will support your cucumbers. Just make sure to plant the sunflowers first, so they get a head start in growth.
6. Beans
Beans are an excellent companion for cucumbers because they enrich the soil with nitrogen. This nutrient is vital for cucumber growth.
Plus, beans can climb up the same trellis as your cucumber vines, saving space in your garden. Both plants benefit from being neighbors, so it’s a win-win!
7. Lettuce
Lettuce is another great buddy for cucumbers. It has shallow roots and matures quickly, making it an excellent ground cover that helps keep the soil cool and moist for your cucumbers.
While the cucumbers are taking their time to grow, you can enjoy fresh lettuce in your salads. It’s a perfect way to optimize space and get a staggered harvest.