Description: Mother Nature’s Seeds Tomato COMPANION PLANT Mix 500+ Seeds6 Species, Non-GMO, Pure Seed, Fresh for this SeasonMIX CONTENTSBASIL, SWEETCALENDULA, ORANGETHYMEDILLCILANTROFRENCH MARIGOLD PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONWhile controlling pests is probably the most popular goal gardeners are trying to achieve by partnering certain plants together, there are many other benefits to companion planting. Did you know that some types of companion planting can also reduce weed or disease pressure in the garden? In addition, certain plant combinations can improve soil fertility or structure, enhance pollination, or encourage pest-eating beneficial insects.1. Basil, SweetSweet Basil tender annual that comes from the Old World tropics. It prefers sunny locations and rich soil. Appreciates afternoon shade in hot, southern climates. Can be grown in containers indoors as well as outside. Flowers are very attractive to honey bees. Basils have a clove-like scent and taste.Not only is basil a great tomato companion on a plate, it’s also one of the most important tomato companion plants for the garden, most notably when it comes to deterring thrips and tomato hornworms. While traditional companion planting may tell you this is because the scent of basil drives away these pests, this likely isn’t the case. More recent research is indicating it works because the volatile chemicals (odors) released by basil plants mask the scent of tomato plants, making it harder for these pests to find their host plant. On tomatoes, thrips transmit tomato spotted wilt virus and cause stunted growth and stippling on the fruits. Hornworms eat the foliage of tomato plants, leaving only the stems behind. Interplanting tomatoes with basil has been shown to limit egg-laying behaviors of the adult hornworm moths and to limit damage from thrips.2. Calendula BALL'S OrangeAttracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Edible, Extended Bloom Time, Fragrant. Calendulas have been used for many centuries for culinary and medicinal purposes. Calendula ‘Ball’s Orange’ is an old-fashioned variety with large, fully double, orange flowers and grows to 24 inches tall. Suitable for cutting, beds and borders, and the pollinator garden. Provide light shade in hot climates during the summer. Prefers rich, moderately moist and well-drained soils. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming. The flower petals are edible and have a slightly bitter and peppery flavor.Calendula makes a great companion plant in a vegetable garden because it attracts beneficial insects and repels unwanted pests including tomato worms and nematodes. Consider planting them by tomatoes, carrots, and asparagus.3. ThymeThyme is a perennial from the Mediterranean region. Plants grow to 15 inches tall and develop woody stems when they mature. Thyme prefers sunny locations and light, well-draining soil. The leaves are small and linear, and the flowers attract honey bees and wild bees. Culinary uses: stuffings, poultry, fish, soups, meat, eggs, vegetables and cheese.If yellow-striped armyworms are problematic in your garden then thyme is a great choice among tomato companion plants. Researchers at Iowa State found that interplanting tomatoes with thyme (or basil) resulted in a reduction in egg-laying by adult armyworms. Thyme makes a great living mulch around tomato plants. Just keep in mind that it’s perennial, so the plants will have to be moved when tomato plants are rotated to a new garden spot each season.4. DillDill is an annual that has been used as a medicinal and culinary herb for millennia. Both seeds and leaves are utilized and have a soft, sweet flavor. Leaves are finely divided and feathery looking, and when they are cut and dried are referred to as dill weed. Dill weed has a more mellow flavor than dill seeds. The yellow flowers occur in umbels and can be used for cutting. Certain swallowtail butterflies will use Dill as a host plant.The tiny flowers of dill supply nectar and pollen to many different beneficial insects, including ladybugs, lacewings, minute pirate bugs, parasitic wasps, tachinid flies, and more. For tomatoes, tiny parasitic wasps feeding on dill blossoms also lay eggs in tomato hornworms, tomato fruit worms, and other pest caterpillars. Always have plenty of dill in the garden and allow it to go to flower to help encourage beneficials.5. CilantroCoriandrum sativum. Everyone is familiar with Cilantro in salsa and other Mexican style dishes, but most people don't think about the wide variety of uses for this easy to grow herb! Easily introduced into nearly any style of cooking, Cilantro adds a fresh and zesty component to soups, salads and (of course) burritos!In the same plant family as dill and fennel, the blooms of cilantro are yet another valuable nectar source for the predatory insects that consume many common tomato pests. Grow it in and around your garden and be sure to let it go to flower after you’ve made a moderate harvest.6. French MarigoldsBlooming in brightly yellow and orange, Sparky Mix makes a great mid level layer in your garden bed, growing to around 12 inches high.French Marigolds are a popular companion planting for veggies as they are known to help repel harmful pests!Marigolds can help to keep numerous pests away. That means your tomato plant is less likely to suffer from an infestation that could destroy your juicy, delicious crop.PLANTING INSTRUCTIONSHow to Start Herb SeedsSow herb seeds lightly. Place two to five seeds per seed cell or pod. ...Keep soil evenly moist. ...Ensure adequate drainage. ...Provide plenty of light.If direct sowing outside wait until after your last frost . SEED STORING Store your seeds in a cool, dry and dark location. Most seeds have a long shelf life, but heat and moisture will cut that life short. Dedicate a drawer or cabinet to storing your seeds where you can also house your gardening journal close at hand for dreaming, planning and preparing. WE SHIP FAST & FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg)ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICEWe will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment!Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller's performance? In general, here's what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS is experiencing delays due to Covid.) 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Price: 3.98 USD
Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
End Time: 2023-10-05T13:05:31.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Climate: Varied Climates
Planting Time: 60-90 Days
Common Name: Tomato Companion Planting Seeds
Color: Green, Orange
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Growth Habit: Medium
MPN: MNSDLI
Soil Type: Any
Brand: Mother Nature's Seeds
Soil pH: Neutral
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Type: Tomato Companion Seeds
Life Cycle: Perennials & Annuals
Watering: Medium
Genus: Misc Genus
Sunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun
Features: Edible, Fast Growing, Flowering, Popular uses include: Culinary, Plants and flowers are attractive to butterflies, Attractive to Pollinators, Keeps away insects from tomatoes
Cultivating Difficulty: Very Easy
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
