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    ALL THE DIFFERENCE

    Apr 22, 2021 4 minutes
    BY MARY ANN LIESER

    According to a 2016 report by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, there are more than 360,000 species of flowering plants in the world. There are probably tens of thousands that could thrive where you live. Yet take a walk through almost any residential neighborhood and you might see the same handful of shrubs and perennials planted in yard after yard.

    Every plant you choose represents an opportunity for more diversity in your garden. And biodiversity—increasing the number and range of species—has benefits that can extend beyond your own yard. Biodiverse landscapes are more resilient, with better odds of surviving threats from pests, diseases, invasive species or harsh weather. More

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