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Corn, Beans and Squash: Three Sisters Planting Update

by Jacqueline D'Elia on August 5, 2009

Here is an update on the Three Sisters Garden that Patti Moreno planted. According to Iroquois legend, the planting of corn, beans and squash together, also known as Three Sisters Planting, is a method of sustainable planting design to create an environment where the plants help to support each other. I found this helpful resource on three sisters planting at Renee’s Garden.


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