I know there are a lot of people who don't feel companion planting works, but I at least feel that monocultures are just such a bigger target for pests and make any disease problem worse.

Since you've been doing it for so long, do you have any recommendations for what has worked well in your garden?

I've done a lot of reading but the most comprehensive list I've found online is at this site: http://www.ghorganics.com/page2.html

for me marigolds, borage and nasturtiums are must haves. this year I added petunias which so far, I think makes a nice addition. i like to use hyssop too because the bees like it and it's a pretty plant. you can also use the leaves for tea. it has an anise flavor to it.

Hyssop? Is that the same thing as Agastache? I have Honey Bee Blue Agastache, that I thought was sometimes referred to as Hyssop. I'll use google images to see.

Thanks! And good luck with your garden this year. Hope it's your healthiest one yet!

hyssop grows about 24 inches tall, has purple spike like flowers that smell like licorice.

good luck to you too!