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The first effective strategy highlighted involves interplanting onions with other vegetables, particularly peppers and tomatoes. The author explains that companion planting can often mitigate competition for resources, as these plants have different root systems. While onions possess a shallow root structure, the deeper roots of peppers and tomatoes do not interfere, fostering a symbiotic relationship.
Additionally, onions have natural pest-repelling qualities due to their allium family, making them excellent candidates for interplanting. The result is an aesthetically pleasing garden layout that also offers higher yields.