Companion plants for strawberries
We found 0 sourced companions and 1 pairing to use with caution. Each one links to its source and shows how strong the evidence is.
Growing strawberry
Fragaria × ananassa
- Sun
- Full sun
- Water
- Shallow roots need steady moisture; mulch to protect crowns in winter
- Soil
- Well-drained soil high in organic matter
- Spacing
- Hill system: 1 foot apart in all directions, runners removed
Good companions for strawberries
No sourced companion pairings for strawberry yet.
Use caution
Tomato
Extension guidanceStrawberries and tomatoes are both hosts of verticillium wilt.
Verticillium wilt is a soil-borne fungus that especially affects tomato, potato, eggplant, pepper and strawberry. Planting them in the same soil keeps the disease going.
Spacing: No safe distance is established; avoid planting strawberries where these crops grew.
Pests: Watch for older leaves yellowing and dropping.
UMD Extension · Verticillium Wilt of Vegetables
Other crops
Check pairings in your own beds
Smart Garden Planner flags companions and conflicts as you add strawberries and other plants to a garden bed.
Reference version 2026-11-08. Educational information; local conditions vary — check your local extension office.