As prehistoric glaciations have repeatedly wiped out much of UK flora, many plants seen today as invasive ânon-nativesâ introduced by humans, such as the common rhododendron, grew here naturally in the relatively recent geological past. Conversely, many of our most cherished ânativeâ plants, such as cornflowers, only arrived after being introduced by humans in the past few thousand years. â
The best strategy for gardeners wanting to support pollinating insects in gardens is to plant a mix of flowering plants from different parts of the world, because although ânativeâ plants were more frequently visited at the beginning of the growing season, âexoticsâ remain in flower far later in the season, providing vital support for pollinators.
Following the ânative equals universally superiorâ ideology, according to this study, would be worse for pollinators.â
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