Companion Plants for Tomato
Discover which plants thrive alongside Tomato 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 Tomato
Plant these near your Tomato for mutual benefit
Basil
GoodRepels aphids, thrips, and whiteflies; many gardeners believe it improves tomato flavor
View Basil growing guideCarrot
GoodLoosens the soil around tomato roots and maximizes use of vertical and horizontal space
View Carrot growing guideMarigold
GoodRepels soil nematodes, whiteflies, and aphids; acts as a trap crop for spider mites
View Marigold growing guideParsley
GoodAttracts beneficial parasitic wasps and hoverflies that prey on tomato hornworms and aphids
View Parsley growing guideSpinach
GoodGrows in the shade of tomato plants, acting as a living mulch that retains soil moisture
View Spinach growing guideChive
GoodRepels aphids and spider mites; the strong scent confuses pests looking for host plants
View Chive growing guidePlants to Avoid Near Tomato
Keep these away from your Tomato plants
Fennel
AvoidReleases allelopathic compounds that inhibit tomato root growth and reduce yields
View Fennel growing guideCabbage
AvoidCompetes heavily for the same nutrients and both attract cabbage worms and loopers
View Cabbage growing guideCorn
AvoidBoth are heavy feeders and attract the corn earworm, which also attacks tomato fruit
View Corn growing guideWhere to Grow Tomato With Its Companions
Check your city's planting calendar for Tomato and its best companion plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grows well with Tomato?
Basil: Repels aphids, thrips, and whiteflies; many gardeners believe it improves tomato flavor. Carrot: Loosens the soil around tomato roots and maximizes use of vertical and horizontal space. Marigold: Repels soil nematodes, whiteflies, and aphids; acts as a trap crop for spider mites.
What should you not plant near Tomato?
Fennel: Releases allelopathic compounds that inhibit tomato root growth and reduce yields. Cabbage: Competes heavily for the same nutrients and both attract cabbage worms and loopers. Corn: Both are heavy feeders and attract the corn earworm, which also attacks tomato fruit.
What is companion planting for Tomato?
Companion planting for Tomato means strategically placing plants nearby that offer mutual benefits — such as repelling pests, attracting pollinators, or improving soil conditions. Good Tomato companions include Basil, Carrot, Marigold. Avoid planting Tomato near Fennel or Cabbage.