Mint Mint is highly invasive and can quickly overtake the space around your roses. Its aggressive root system competes for nutrients and water, stunting rose growth.
Garlic and Onions These plants release compounds that can inhibit the growth of roses. The strong smell can also deter beneficial pollinators from visiting your roses.
Crabgrass Crabgrass competes for sunlight, water, and nutrients, which can result in weak and unhealthy roses. It's a tough competitor, making it difficult for roses to thrive.
Lavender While beautiful, lavender prefers dry, well-drained soil, which doesn't pair well with the moist conditions that roses thrive in. The different watering needs can stress both plants.
Nightshades (Tomatoes, Peppers, Potatoes) Nightshades attract pests like aphids and spider mites, which are also harmful to roses. Planting them nearby can increase the risk of pest infestations.
Cabbage and Other Brassicas These plants are known for attracting aphids and other pests that can damage roses. They also compete for space and nutrients, which can hinder rose health.