Companion Plants for Cabbage
Discover which plants thrive alongside Cabbage 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 Cabbage
Plant these near your Cabbage for mutual benefit
Celery
GoodCelery repels white cabbage butterfly with its strong scent — a classic pairing
View Celery growing guideMint
GoodMint deters white cabbage moths and aphids; use in a container to prevent spreading
View Mint growing guideThyme
GoodRepels cabbage worms and aphids while being compact enough not to crowd cabbage
View Thyme growing guideDill
GoodAttracts beneficial predatory insects; young dill is safe near cabbage (avoid mature dill)
View Dill growing guideMarigold
GoodStrong marigold scent deters cabbage worms and flying insects targeting brassicas
View Marigold growing guidePlants to Avoid Near Cabbage
Keep these away from your Cabbage plants
Tomato
AvoidBrassicas and tomatoes inhibit each other; they also attract different pests into close proximity
View Tomato growing guideStrawberry
AvoidBrassicas stunt strawberry growth when planted nearby
View Strawberry growing guideGrape
AvoidCabbage is said to inhibit grapevine growth when planted in the root zone
View Grape growing guideWhere to Grow Cabbage With Its Companions
Check your city's planting calendar for Cabbage and its best companion plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grows well with Cabbage?
Celery: Celery repels white cabbage butterfly with its strong scent — a classic pairing. Mint: Mint deters white cabbage moths and aphids; use in a container to prevent spreading. Thyme: Repels cabbage worms and aphids while being compact enough not to crowd cabbage.
What should you not plant near Cabbage?
Tomato: Brassicas and tomatoes inhibit each other; they also attract different pests into close proximity. Strawberry: Brassicas stunt strawberry growth when planted nearby. Grape: Cabbage is said to inhibit grapevine growth when planted in the root zone.
What is companion planting for Cabbage?
Companion planting for Cabbage means strategically placing plants nearby that offer mutual benefits — such as repelling pests, attracting pollinators, or improving soil conditions. Good Cabbage companions include Celery, Mint, Thyme. Avoid planting Cabbage near Tomato or Strawberry.