These 7 beet companion plants will give you the best crops possible – plus the ones to avoid

Freshly harvested red beetroot in a wooden crate.

Companion planting helps you have healthier vegetables and bigger, better yields. There is a great selection of vegetables, herbs, and flowers to use as beet companion plants, and this guide reveals seven of the best.

Adding companion plants to a vegetable garden helps repel pests and improve the growth and flavor of crops. Planting the likes of garlic, lettuce, radish, sage, catnip, and more, nearby means happy, healthy beets and a top harvest of sweet, earthy roots.