How We’re Connected to The Plants We Evolved With

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

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Humans don’t just grow plants because they are beloved. They have functions in the garden as well. Whether they’re grown for trap cropping, companion planting, or for cultivation, there are social and cultural elements that led us to co-evolve with plants.
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