Companion planting
Avocado 伴生植物
汇总开放品种笔记中的有益与忌避伴生(驱虫、土壤与风味)。
Adapted from Wind River Greens Plant Variety Database (CC BY 4.0) — 52 varieties in fruit-tree, tropical. Credits
宜同种
常推荐与 Avocado 相邻的伴生。
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Comfrey (43)
Deep roots bring nutrients to surface, leaves make excellent mulch Dynamic accumulator that improves soil nutrition and provides mulch
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Chives (35)
Repels aphids and Japanese beetles, improves overall tree health Repels aphids and other soft-bodied insects while improving soil
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Lavender (30)
Repels moths and other flying pests while attracting pollinators Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects while repelling pests
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Marigolds (30)
Repel nematodes and various pests, attract pollinators Repel nematodes and various pests while attracting beneficial insects
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Nasturtiums (30)
Trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, attracts beneficial insects Trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, deters codling moths
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Tansy (23)
Repels ants, mice, and various flying insects that can damage apple trees Repels ants, mice, and various insects that damage apple trees
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Clover (22)
Fixes nitrogen in soil, provides ground cover and attracts beneficial insects Fixes nitrogen in soil and provides living mulch to retain moisture
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Dill (18)
Attracts beneficial wasps and predatory insects that control pear pests Attracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control apple pests
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Garlic (15)
Repels aphids, borers, and other pests through strong sulfur compounds Natural fungicide properties help prevent fire blight and other diseases
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Lemongrass (15)
Deters aphids and mosquitoes while attracting beneficial insects Repels mosquitoes and other insects, aromatic deterrent for pests
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Marigold (15)
Repels nematodes and fruit flies that commonly attack guava Deters nematodes and various apple pests with strong scent
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Sweet Potato (13)
Ground cover that retains soil moisture and adds nitrogen Ground cover that suppresses weeds and adds organic matter to soil
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Papaya (10)
Similar water and nutrient needs, provides complementary canopy structure Similar growth requirements and attracts pollinators without competing for nutrients
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Nasturtium (9)
Trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, acts as living mulch Acts as trap crop for aphids and adds nitrogen to soil
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Banana (7)
Creates beneficial microclimate and shares similar growing conditions Creates beneficial microclimate and wind protection for guava
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Ginger (7)
Thrives in banana's filtered light, helps suppress weeds, repels nematodes Thrives in partial shade and humid conditions created under ice cream bean canopy
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Rosemary (6)
Deters fig beetles and other pests with strong aromatic oils Repels spider mites and aphids, thrives in similar well-draining soil conditions
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Turmeric (6)
Grows well in banana's understory, natural pest deterrent, improves soil health Enjoys filtered sunlight and enriched soil from nitrogen-fixing companion
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Mint (5)
Repels ants and rodents that damage guava fruit Deters ants and rodents that may damage figs
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Yarrow (5)
Attracts beneficial insects and improves soil health Attracts beneficial insects and improves soil health through deep root system
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Basil (4)
Repels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially enhancing pepper flavor Repels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially improving pepper flavor
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Coconut Palm (4)
Provides complementary canopy structure and shares similar water requirements Creates beneficial microclimate with filtered sunlight and wind protection
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Taro (4)
Utilizes different soil layers, helps retain moisture, and provides ground cover Similar tropical conditions, helps maintain soil moisture and humidity
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Croton (3)
Provides contrasting foliage texture, thrives in similar tropical conditions Complementary foliage colors, similar light requirements, and helps create tropical microclimate
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Hibiscus (3)
Compatible water and sun requirements, creates attractive tropical garden display Similar water and humidity needs, provides wind protection and attracts beneficial pollinators
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Oregano (3)
Repels aphids and spider mites while providing ground cover to retain soil moisture Repels cucumber beetles and provides ground cover to retain soil moisture
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Pineapple (3)
Compatible growth habits, similar tropical requirements, efficient space utilization Compatible tropical growth requirements, efficient space utilization
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Bougainvillea (2)
Drought tolerance once established, adds vibrant color contrast to orange Bird of Paradise blooms Acts as natural pest deterrent and provides colorful ground cover without root competition
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Caladium (2)
Thrives in partial shade created by Bird of Paradise, adds colorful understory contrast Thrives in dappled shade under palm canopy and helps retain soil moisture
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Carrots (2)
Deep roots don't compete with shallow pepper roots and help break up soil Different root depths allow efficient use of soil space and nutrients
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Cilantro (2)
Attracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps and helps deter aphids Attracts beneficial insects like lacewings and parasitic wasps
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Citrus trees (2)
Share similar growing conditions and attract beneficial pollinators without competing Share similar water and soil requirements, attract beneficial pollinators
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Coffee (2)
Provides partial shade for banana, benefits from wind protection, similar water and nutrient needs Thrives in the filtered shade provided by ice cream bean, nitrogen fixation benefits coffee
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Parsley (2)
Attracts beneficial insects and provides living mulch without competing for nutrients Attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies and parasitic wasps
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Plumeria (2)
Similar tropical growing conditions and complementary flowering periods Compatible root systems and both benefit from well-draining tropical soil
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Thyme (2)
Ground cover that suppresses weeds and repels fig beetles Ground cover that suppresses weeds and repels fig-damaging insects
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Ti Plant (2)
Compatible soil pH preferences and similar water requirements Similar cultural requirements and helps create beneficial microclimate
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Tomatoes (2)
Similar growing requirements and can share support structures in tropical conditions Similar growing requirements and can share trellising systems
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White Clover (2)
Fixes nitrogen in soil, provides ground cover, and attracts pollinators Fixes nitrogen in soil and provides living mulch
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Banana Plant (1)
Creates tropical ecosystem, similar fertilizer needs, and provides mutual wind protection
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Banana plants (1)
Provide partial shade for young trees and share similar water and nutrient requirements
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Bird of Paradise (1)
Compatible water and nutrient needs, adds vertical interest without crowding palm canopy
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Borage (1)
Improves growth and flavor while deterring hornworms and cabbage worms
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Cacao (1)
Benefits from nitrogen fixation and partial shade canopy provided by ice cream bean
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Cardamom (1)
Compatible understory plant that benefits from ginger's shade
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Catnip (1)
Strongly repels aphids, ants, and flea beetles
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Citrus (1)
Benefits from nitrogen enrichment in soil from ice cream bean's root nodules
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Coffee Plant (1)
Thrives in partial shade provided by banana and adds nitrogen to soil
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Curry Leaf Plant (1)
Repels fruit flies and adds nitrogen to soil through leaf drop
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Daffodils (1)
Repel rodents that may damage tree bark and roots
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Elephant Ear (1)
Similar moisture needs, large leaves provide ground coverage and humidity retention
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Galangal (1)
Fellow rhizome crop with compatible growth habits and soil needs
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Ixora (1)
Shares preference for acidic soil and high humidity, creates layered tropical landscape
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Kaffir Lime (1)
Provides beneficial shade and attracts pollinators while repelling pests
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Moringa (1)
Attracts pollinators, provides wind protection, minimal root competition
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Neem Tree (1)
Natural pest deterrent that protects against mango pests like hoppers and scale insects
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Pentas (1)
Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, tolerates same heat and humidity levels
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Pigeon Pea (1)
Fixes nitrogen in soil, provides windbreak protection, and improves soil structure
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Plumbago (1)
Similar growing conditions and blooming season, provides complementary blue flowers
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Strawberries (1)
Ground cover that doesn't compete with shallow roots, attracts beneficial insects
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Sweet alyssum (1)
Attracts beneficial insects like lacewings and parasitic wasps
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Sweet Basil (1)
Repels fruit flies and aphids, improves overall plant health
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Thai Basil (1)
Repels aphids and thrips, thrives in similar warm, humid conditions
宜分开
常建议远离 Avocado 的组合。
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Black Walnut (52)
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits apple tree growth and can cause root damage Produces juglone which is toxic to papaya and inhibits growth
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Fennel (23)
Allelopathic properties inhibit growth of apple trees and most other plants Inhibits growth through allelopathy and competes aggressively for nutrients
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Eucalyptus (22)
Allelopathic properties suppress growth of nearby plants including papaya Allelopathic compounds inhibit growth of nearby fruit trees
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Pine Trees (17)
Acidify soil excessively and compete aggressively for nutrients Acidify soil and create conditions favorable to apple scab disease
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Grass (10)
Competes heavily for water and nutrients, especially problematic for young trees Competes heavily for water and nutrients, especially problematic for young apple trees
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Tomatoes (7)
Compete for similar nutrients and can harbor diseases that affect stone fruits Both susceptible to similar diseases and pests, creating concentrated disease pressure
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Cherry Trees (4)
Attracts similar pests and diseases, increasing risk of bacterial canker and brown rot Share common pests like oriental fruit moth and diseases like brown rot
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Sunflower (4)
Allelopathic effects stunt banana growth, excessive competition for nutrients Releases allelopathic chemicals that inhibit banana root growth and nutrient uptake
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Brassicas (3)
Heavy feeders that compete for nutrients and may stunt pepper growth Compete heavily for nutrients and may stunt pepper development
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Juniper (3)
Alternate host for cedar-apple rust which severely affects pear trees Alternate host for cedar-apple rust which can spread to pear trees
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Pine (2)
Acidifies soil significantly, competing root system, allelopathic needle drop Acidifies soil over time and competes aggressively for nutrients and water
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Elderberry (1)
Attracts spotted wing drosophila which damages cherry fruit
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Grass (tall varieties) (1)
Competes for water and nutrients, reducing apple tree vigor and yield
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Grass (turf) (1)
Competes heavily for water and nutrients, especially problematic for young trees
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Grass Lawn (1)
Competes heavily for water and nutrients, inhibits root development
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Grass Turf (1)
Competes heavily for water and nutrients, inhibits root development
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Large Oak Trees (1)
Heavy shade reduces fruit production and root competition affects mango growth
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Large Pine Trees (1)
Create excessive shade and acidify soil, hindering fig growth and fruiting
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Mint (1)
Aggressive spreader that competes heavily for nutrients and water
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Potato (1)
Increases susceptibility to blight diseases that can affect apple trees
FAQ: companion planting with Avocado
What are good companion plants for Avocado?
Frequently cited companions include Comfrey, Chives, Lavender, Marigolds, Nasturtiums, Tansy, Clover, Dill, Garlic, Lemongrass, Marigold, Sweet Potato. Reasons come from open cultivar notes (pest deterrence, soil, flavour).
What should I avoid planting near Avocado?
Often avoided: Black Walnut, Fennel, Eucalyptus, Pine Trees, Grass, Tomatoes, Cherry Trees, Sunflower, Brassicas, Juniper.
效果因气候、土壤与品种而异。请以当地为准。数据改编自 Wind River Greens(CC BY 4.0)。