About this guild
Cilantro, dill, fennel, and mint bring strong scents that confuse pests — but fennel inhibits many vegetables. Use this guild at garden margins; keep fennel isolated in its own patch.
NZ note
Dill helps brassica edges; cilantro bolts fast in North Island heat — shade helps.
Plants in Aromatic Herb Guild
4 species — tap for individual companion guides and spacing.
Planting tips
- Succession-sow cilantro every 3 weeks in cool seasons.
- Never plant fennel beside tomatoes, beans, or brassicas.
- Grow mint in submerged pots to prevent garden takeover.
Use the compatibility matrix
Filter to Aromatic Herb Guild to see green (beneficial), red (incompatible), and grey (neutral) for every pair. Desktop: hover cells. Mobile: tap for details and sources.
- Filter — guild pre-selected in the matrix URL
- Compare — row × column shows each relationship
- Plan — share the URL or download the PDF guide