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Kayleigh Dray

The perennial frenemies you should never plant together – pro gardeners say you should keep these combinations apart to avoid a gardening disaster

Coral bells and other perennials in garden pot.

They may be beloved for their ability to transform a garden, but be warned: there are several perennials you should never plant together. Ever.

We know, we know; it sounds like the missing rule from The Gremlins – keep them out of the light, don't give them any water, never feed them after midnight, and don’t plant these perennials anywhere near each other. Trust us, though; it’s one of those secret rules that all master gardeners abide by… even if they don’t tell us all about it.

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