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Friday, May 13, 2016

The benefits of Weeds.


http://extension.psu.edu/pests/ipm/schools-childcare/schools/educators/curriculum/weeds/introweeds

Benefits of weeds
Despite the negative impacts of weeds, some plants usually thought of as weeds may actually provide some benefits. Some attributes include:
  • soil stabilization;
  • habitat and feed for wildlife,
  • nectar for bees;
  • aesthetic qualities;
  • add organic matter;
  • provide genetic reservoir;
  • human consumption; and
  • provide employment opportunities.