Companion planting isn't a science. What works for some doesn't work for others, but when it's comes to doing things chemical free I figure it's worth a try, plus the herbs always add a pretty and fragrant addition to the garden.

Some herbs are generally good in the vegetable garden including tarragon, marigolds, and calendula. Some seem to do well with certain veggies. This is by no means a complete list, but it will give you some ideas.

TOMATOES: basil, chives, garlic chives, nasturtiums, marigolds borage, bee balm and parsley.

POTATOES: try horseradish and marigolds

ONIONS: Summer savory

CABBAGE: onions, chamomile, chard, chives, garlic chives, dill, nasturtiums, hyssop, oregano, sage

BEANS: Summer savory, rosemary

CUCUMBERS: dill, chamomile, nasturtium

ROSES: garlic, parsley, garlic chives, fever few, pennyroyal

SQUASH/PUMPKIN: Nasturtium, Marigold, Borage, Marjoram

Fennel has no friends, and should be planted by itself. I usually grow bronze fennel and stick it in a corner.

MORE: Tips on growing herbs and veggies together:
http://www.oldfashionedliving.com/herbgarden.html
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