They are decorative and emit a pleasant fragrance, but the flowers have a much greater purpose than to delight our senses. They promote a healthy ecosystem and biodiversity, serve as a source of food and nourish their surroundings. Taking the time to choose the most appropriate flowers to plant in an area and allow native flowers to prosper is a great service for the environment.
How flowers protect the environment
Choose thesis flowers
Editor’s note: This article was originally published on May 2, 2018 and was updated in May 2025.
