Companion planting helps most through pest confusion, trap cropping, and pollinator habitat. Reliable pairs: basil with tomatoes, carrots with onions, marigolds and nasturtiums as trap crops, plus a bloom border. Pet-safe notes included.
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Oct 31, 2026
Tomato Hornworms: How to Find and Remove Them by Hand
A tomato hornworm can strip a plant in days, but hand-picking is the most effective control. Learn how to find them by their damage, remove them safely, and use parasitic wasps to your advantage.