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Why do tomatoes hate cucumbers? find out now! 🍅🥒

Did you know that tomatoes and cucumbers don’t get along in the garden? Here’s why: Water needs: Cucumbers love moisture, but tomatoes prefer drier soil. If you increase watering for cucumbers, tomatoes could end up with root rot. 😬 Space and light competition: Cucumber vines are notorious for spreading out and blocking sunlight from reaching your tomatoes, which could harm their growth. Disease risks: Both are prone to powdery mildew and bacterial wilt. Planting them too close? Bad idea—they'll spread diseases faster. So what can you plant with tomatoes and cucumbers instead? Tomato BFFs: Basil (for flavor + pest control), marigolds (to fight nematodes), and carrots (improve soil and root airflow). Cucumber BFFs: Radishes (goodbye cucumber beetles!), sunflowers (they act as natural trellises), and lettuce (shade-loving companion). Next time you’re planning your garden, make sure you’re choosing the right partners! 🌿 #gardeningtips #plantcompanions #vegetablegarden