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Ants 'n' plants

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Although ants may be considered pests by gardeners, many plants and species of ants have evolved a symbiotic relationship by which the insects aid plants in pollination, seed dispersal, and protection from other insects. Research reveals that ants play a vital role in seed relocation, thus preventing rodent predation and increasing the likelihood of germination. Some plants, in turn, provide ants with the structure to build their colonies.

Author: Wang, Jennifer M.
Publisher: American Horticultural Society
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 1999
United States, Research, Behavior, Seeds, Ants, Seed dispersal, Pollination by insects, Insect pollination, Plants, Protection of, Plant protection

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Children's gardening

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Issues regarding children's gardening are discussed. Many schools and communities across the country are recognizing the value of teaching gardening, planting gardens as instructional tools and even developing interactive displays. A bibliography is included.

Author: Lownds, Norman, Taylor, Jane L., Dannenmeier, Molly
Publisher: American Horticultural Society
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2000
Design and construction, Children's gardens

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Gardening on the edge

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Issues regarding gardening in edge habitats and the designing of such habitats are discussed. The stages of edge habitats and a directory of plants attractive to wildlife in various areas of the country are also given.

Author: Ridout, Christine F.
Publisher: American Horticultural Society
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2000
Analysis, Vegetation boundaries

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Subjects list: Environmental aspects, Botany, Plant ecology
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