Perilla, also known as shiso, is a fragrant herb popular in Asian cuisine and gardens alike. Good companion plants for perilla include tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, and basil. Perilla helps repel pests and attracts pollinators, making it a beneficial neighbor in the garden. Avoid planting near crops that need dry conditions, as perilla prefers consistent moisture.
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It was good while it lasted, but now your spinach seems ready to move on with its life. No worries, there are plenty of heat-tolerant spinach alternatives happy to step in and pick up where your spinach left off. In this week's article, we're going to introduce some of our favorites.
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