Aspirationally, I’d like to put in the “Three Sisters” (corn, beans, and squash) https://redandhoney.com/milpa-plant-one/.
What pests should I worry about in Northern California?
What pests should I worry about in Northern California?
The crops with the most pests (in my experience) are brassicas (white butterfly), tomatoes (everything seems to attack tomatoes!), and beets (slugs).
Nasturtiums as a trap crop supposedly can draw away aphids. But remember that nasturtiums attract aphids. So it's a gamble. I guess just don't plant them too close. I've never tried.