Tuesday, July 7, 2026
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Neighbors shape plant life more than expected, scientists find

Scientists at Leiden University have discovered that plants are strongly influenced by their neighbors, not just above ground but also through hidden networks in the soil. Their findings challenge long-held ideas about how plants shape their environment and could help improve sustainable farming.

Neighbors shape plant life more than expected, scientists find
Image: Phys.org
Scientists at Leiden University have discovered that plants are strongly influenced by their neighbors, not just above ground but also through hidden networks in the soil. Their findings challenge long-held ideas about how plants shape their environment and could help improve sustainable farming.

Originally published at Phys.org

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