For any organic gardener, companion planting is one of the most essential, rewarding and productive ways to ward off bugs and fungal infections.As the seasons are beginning to turn, it’s a wonderful time to recap the importance and joy of companion planting - Sarah is joined once again by Arthur Parkinson, where we revisit classic combinations, and share some unconventional pairings that you might not have considered.In this episode, discover:The many reasons that companion planting is a fantastic alternative to chemical treatments in the gardenWhere and how to plant out tagetes for a reliable, much-loved source of protection against green and whiteflyWhich of the salvias are among our favourites to pair with roses, and when to plant them outThe often-underestimated use of basil as a companion plant, making it a perfect partner to tomatoes in the kitchen and garden alikeOrder Sarah’s book - A Year Full of Flowers: https://bit.ly/2TWHJczOrder Sarah’s new book - A Year Full of Veg: https://www.sarahraven.com/products/sarah-ravens-a-year-full-of-vegProducts mentioned:Tagetes tenuifoila 'Red Gem': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tagetes-red-gemTagetes tenuifolia 'Tangerine Gem': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tagetes-tenuifolia-tangerine-gemTagetes patula 'Linnaeus Burning Embers':https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tagetes-linnaeusSalvia x jamensis 'Nachtvlinder': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/salvia-x-jamensis-nachtvlinderSweet Basil: https://www.sarahraven.com/products/basil-sweetTagetes minuta: https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tagetes-minutaGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/