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In permaculture, companion planting is the strategic placement of different plants together for mutual benefit, aiming to create a self-supporting plant community. This goes beyond simple pest deterrence (though that's a part of it) to include nutrient cycling (e.g., nitrogen fixers), attracting beneficial insects, suppressing weeds, providing shade, improving soil structure, and enhancing overall system health and productivity. It's a key part of creating polycultures and guilds.
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