Horticulturalists are becoming more and more aware that native vegetation thriving alongside or near crops is advantageous, and there are a number of good reasons for this. These plants have been adapting to local climate, soil, moisture, and biological conditions for thousands of years, which, in essence, has led them to develop an intricate ecological balance with nature. Here I will discuss several benefits of farming and gardening alongside native plants.

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