Alliums
Plant roses & alliums together for pest control! Alliums emit a scent that deters pests & attracts beneficial wasps, protecting your roses.
Scented Geranium
Japanese beetles wreak havoc on roses, leaving them bedraggled. Planting alliums nearby deters grubs, while scented geraniums repel adult beetles.
Yarrow
Plant yarrow near your roses to attract beneficial insects, controlling pests like sawflies. Choose from white, pink, red, or yellow blooms for added garden color. Plus, yarrow makes a lovely addition to rose bouquets.
Catmint
Catmint's purple blooms & silver-green leaves create a charming backdrop for roses in gardens. Drought-tolerant & pest-repellent, it safeguards roses from deer & aphids.
Parsley
Parsley isn't just for cutting! Let it flower to attract beneficial insects like hoverflies. Remember, it's biennial, so sow new seeds each spring.
Marigolds
Marigolds: great insect repellent! Interplant in veggie beds or use to protect roses. Deadhead for continuous blooms.
Lavender
Lavender & roses share sun, well-drained soil & allure to gardeners worldwide. Pair them for fragrant charm or plant lavender by roses for insect repellant.
Larkspur
Alliums and scented geranium repel Japanese beetles, but larkspur goes further. It lures them away from roses and becomes lethal when nibbled.
Thyme
Thyme: more than a herb! Variegated lemon thyme adds flair, creeping thyme is great for mulch & weed control, and as companions to roses, thyme brings beauty, scent, & attracts beneficial insects.
Sweet Alyssum
Sweet alyssum: perfect for pots or borders with its honey-scented flowers attracting beneficial insects. Pair with roses for sawfly prevention & charming contrast.