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Tomatoes and basil are natural companions in the kitchen and containers. This beautiful Thai basil will deter pests from your tomatoes and add lovely filler to your flower arrangements.

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Double the harvest: Beautiful and productive vegetable-flower container ideas
June 21, 2025 1:05 a.m.

Double the harvest: Beautiful and productive vegetable-flower container ideas

You’ve probably heard me sing the praises of tucking flowers into your veggie beds — pollinators love it, and they help keep pests at bay. But what if you turned the tables? What if your garden consists of just a handful of patio pots? Can you sneak veggies in?