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    Sep 24, 2020 3 minutes

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    Political plants

    Following on from the Black Lives Matter Movement and Monty’s statement (Full Monty, August issue) I wanted to show my support for “decolonising” the garden. Fully acknowledging and appreciating the chequered histories of our plants is key for a more inclusive and richer horticultural industry. Challenging assumed histories of plant discovery, names and acknowledging the richness of the cultures that originally cultivated them is how to empower BAME communities and rekindle a deep-rooted passion for gardening and horticulture.

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