Basil and peppermint will each reach a maximum height of 2 feet, so think about growing the two as border companions in a kitchen herb garden. You can also grow basil and peppermint in large containers with other aromatic herbs, trailing vines and flowers for eye-catching displays.Click to see full answer. People also ask, what grows well with basil?Basil Companion Planting. Basil companion planting will help asparagus, beans, beets, cabbage, chili and bell peppers, eggplant, marigolds, oregano, potatoes and tomatoes. Tomatoes benefit from basil companion planting. Growing tomatoes and basil near each other is said to make each crop taste better.Also, does basil spread when planted? Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is an easy-to-grow annual herb that also makes an excellent addition to flowerbeds. The bushy herb grows about 2 feet tall with a 1-foot spread. The plants produce 1- to 2-inch long, aromatic leaves that are used as a flavoring in various cuisines. Also asked, what herbs should not be planted together? You can grow herbs in pots together as long as you remember two rules: avoid mixing those that like plenty of water (such as chives, mint, chervil, coriander, Vietnamese coriander) with those that like a well-drained soil (such as rosemary, thyme, sage, bay, and oregano).What can I plant next to mint?Mint companion planting offers assistance to a number of vegetables include beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbages, cauliflower, chili and bell peppers, Chinese cabbage, eggplant, kale, kohlrabi, lettuce, salad burnet and squash. Planting mint near peas, cabbage or tomatoes will improve their health and flavor.

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