Deerfield in Franklin County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Companion Planting the Three Sisters
Historic Deerfield
— Opening Doorways To The Past. —
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, August 5, 2023
1. Companion Planting the Three Sisters Marker
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Companion Planting the Three Sisters. Historic Deerfield. This Three Sisters Garden is a good example of the ecological benefits of growing certain plants together. As the corn grows, the beans will naturally find the support they need by climbing up the tall stalks. At the same time, the roots of the bean plants will add nitrogen to the soil, enriching it for the corn. The large leaves of the rapidly-growing squash plants will shade out weeds that could slow the growth of the corn and beans. Good plant companions help each other to thrive. The ancient wisdom of companion planting is still used by farmers and home gardeners today.
This Three Sisters Garden is a good example of the ecological benefits of growing certain plants together. As the corn grows, the beans will naturally find the support they need by climbing up the tall stalks. At the same time, the roots of the bean plants will add nitrogen to the soil, enriching it for the corn. The large leaves of the rapidly-growing squash plants will shade out weeds that could slow the growth of the corn and beans. Good plant companions help each other to thrive. The ancient wisdom of companion planting is still used by farmers and home gardeners today.
Location. 42° 32.99′ N, 72° 36.157′ W. Marker is in Deerfield, Massachusetts, in Franklin County. Marker can be reached from Old Main Street south of Main Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 108 Old Main St, Deerfield MA 01342, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, August 5, 2023
2. Companion Planting the Three Sisters Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 14, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 54 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on August 14, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
