Planting plants together in a greenhouse is a good choice. However, it is worth considering the necessary conditions for peppers and other crops in order to choose a good neighbor for them. With the right selection, the crop yields a larger harvest than usual.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are good neighbors for peppers. They belong to the same nightshade family and require the same care. Crops planted in the same greenhouse help save time and money. There is also a high chance of getting a bountiful harvest at the same time.
Plants are planted in a checkerboard pattern to:
- reduce the risk of infestation by insect pests;
- accelerate growth;
- evenly distribute light between plantings.
Eggplants
Both crops have the same watering regime during fruiting, as well as the ripening period and heat-loving nature. Eggplant is a common option for planting next to peppers, as it protects against pests and diseases.
It is recommended to maintain a distance of 45 cm between plants and a distance of 60 cm between rows. Plants are planted in different beds, as eggplant requires more water.
Onions and garlic
Plants take up little space and do not interfere with the pepper growing and bearing fruit. Thanks to biologically active substances, they kill bacteria and fungi, which prevents vegetable diseases, and also protects the roots from rapid evaporation of moisture. They will prevent the appearance of dangerous pests in the soil.
Cucumbers
They love high levels of soil moisture and heat from +22 degrees, bring a bountiful harvest without pollination, do not tolerate drafts, show better results when grown together, the same methods for preventing diseases are the same as for peppers. There is no competition for nutrients between crops. Cucumbers are planted in the middle of the greenhouse, as peppers like drier air and bright light.
Spicy greens
The best neighbors for peppers will be:
- leaf salad;
- thyme;
- parsley;
- basil;
- spinach;
- coriander;
- parsley.
Thanks to the high content of substances that kill bacteria and fungi, as well as a pleasant aroma, greens will be a useful neighbor for peppers. It repels aphids and whiteflies.
You can plant many useful types of crops next to the peppers, which will not only help them grow, but will also produce a good harvest themselves.
Before planting, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for caring for these types of plants in order to prevent possible problems in advance. Vegetables should not compete for nutrients or interfere with each other's growth.
