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Huge single-crop fields attract bees in such numbers that they spread parasites to one another. Planting diverse mixes of flowers around fields helps spread out pollinators and keep them healthy.
Sunflowers have hidden patterns of ultraviolet colours — visible to pollinators, these colours are due to the presence of pigments that also help plants retain moisture.
The phenomenon is called heliotropism, and sunflowers are most famous for it. But why do they track the sun? And how?
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Senior Research Associate, School of Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, The University of Melbourne
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Henry J. Leir Professor in Food Security, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, Tufts University
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Extension Agent, University of Florida
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Research associate, Biodiversity, University of British Columbia
