Companion Plants for Broccoli
Discover which plants thrive alongside Broccoli and which ones to keep far away. Strategic companion planting boosts yields, repels pests naturally, and makes the most of your garden space.
Good Companions for Broccoli
Plant these near your Broccoli for mutual benefit
Celery
GoodCelery repels white cabbage butterfly; they share growing conditions without competing
View Celery growing guideOnion
GoodStrong onion scent deters aphids and cabbage moths that attack broccoli
View Onion growing guideMarigold
GoodRepels cabbage worms and aphids; strong scent confuses pests finding host brassicas
View Marigold growing guideDill
GoodYoung dill attracts beneficial wasps that parasitize caterpillars attacking broccoli
View Dill growing guideRosemary
GoodRepels cabbage moths and bean beetles; both grow well in similar well-drained soil
View Rosemary growing guidePlants to Avoid Near Broccoli
Keep these away from your Broccoli plants
Tomato
AvoidTomatoes and brassicas inhibit each other's growth; keep them in separate garden sections
View Tomato growing guideStrawberry
AvoidBrassicas inhibit strawberry growth; always separate these in your garden layout
View Strawberry growing guidePepper
AvoidPeppers and brassicas compete for similar nutrients and don't grow well as companions
View Pepper growing guideWhere to Grow Broccoli With Its Companions
Check your city's planting calendar for Broccoli and its best companion plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grows well with Broccoli?
Celery: Celery repels white cabbage butterfly; they share growing conditions without competing. Onion: Strong onion scent deters aphids and cabbage moths that attack broccoli. Marigold: Repels cabbage worms and aphids; strong scent confuses pests finding host brassicas.
What should you not plant near Broccoli?
Tomato: Tomatoes and brassicas inhibit each other's growth; keep them in separate garden sections. Strawberry: Brassicas inhibit strawberry growth; always separate these in your garden layout. Pepper: Peppers and brassicas compete for similar nutrients and don't grow well as companions.
What is companion planting for Broccoli?
Companion planting for Broccoli means strategically placing plants nearby that offer mutual benefits — such as repelling pests, attracting pollinators, or improving soil conditions. Good Broccoli companions include Celery, Onion, Marigold. Avoid planting Broccoli near Tomato or Strawberry.