I’ve been reading about planting cucumbers and beans together. Yesterday I built a bamboo tower in one of the garden beds, and planted Borlotti beans (cranberry beans) on one side of the tower, and cucumber plants on the other side.

Cucumber plants on one of the sides of the bamboo tower.

Borlotti beans on the other side.

I am most excited to see how this works out. I only have limited space to work with and companion planting is something I always experience with, to make the most of my space and to attract pollinators. It includes having a diversity of flowers and herbs mixed in with the vegetables all around the garden. Today I am grateful for all the time I got to spend in my garden this past weekend. The peace of mind it gives me prepares me for a new work week. Monday here I am!

What are you grateful for today?

Maria