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• Give-Her-Flowers.mp3
• Give-Her-Flowers.mp4

Our relationship sours
Should I try giving Her flowers?

[Verse 1]
Asking a higher power
What’s the difference
Between a weed and a flower
Simply preference?
(No real difference)

[Bridge]
Indeed, the wee is just a plant
Though you might choose to rage and rant
Why cast such a negative slant?

[Chorus]
Don’t you know, let them grow
No longer get a pass mowing grass
With all sincerity, biodiversity
Is a necessity (As we’re about to see)

[Instrumental, Piano Solo]

[Verse 2]
What’s in the interest of “our”
Are the powers of the weeds’ flower
What they’ll induce through medicinal use
… profuse

[Bridge]
Indeed, the wee is just a plant
Though you might choose to rage and rant
Why cast such a negative slant?

[Chorus]
Don’t you know, let them grow
No longer get a pass mowing grass
With all sincerity, biodiversity
Is a necessity (As we’re about to see)

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo]

[Verse 3]
Our relations with Mother Nature sour
Why not give her a flower
It’s within our heart, within the hour
We have the power

[Bridge]
Indeed, the wee is just a plant
Though you might choose to rage and rant
Why cast such a negative slant?

[Chorus]
Don’t you know, let them grow
No longer get a pass mowing grass
With all sincerity, biodiversity
Is a necessity (As we’re about to see)

[Outro]
It’s within our heart, let love shower
Concede the need for weeds’ flower

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
Weeds, often considered undesirable plants, play several important roles in biodiversity and food systems:

1. Biodiversity: Weeds contribute to overall biodiversity by providing habitat, food, and shelter for various insects, birds, and other wildlife. They can support pollinators like bees and butterflies, which are essential for the reproduction of many plants, including crops.
2. Soil Health: Some weeds have deep root systems that help break up compacted soil, improve soil structure, and increase soil fertility by bringing up nutrients from deeper layers. When these weeds decompose, they add organic matter to the soil, enriching it and enhancing its ability to retain moisture.
3. Pest Management: Certain weed species can act as trap crops or repellents for pests, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. They can also attract beneficial insects that prey on pest species, promoting natural pest control in agricultural systems.
4. Edible and Medicinal Uses: Many so-called weeds are edible and nutritious, offering alternative food sources for humans and livestock. Some common weeds, such as dandelions, purslane, and stinging nettles, are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Additionally, several weeds have medicinal properties and have been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries.
5. Adaptability: Weeds are often hardy and resilient plants that can thrive in diverse environmental conditions, including disturbed habitats and degraded soils. Studying their adaptive traits can provide valuable insights into plant resilience and adaptation to changing environmental conditions, which can inform strategies for crop breeding and agriculture in the face of climate change.

While weeds may pose challenges in agricultural settings, recognizing their ecological and nutritional value can help us appreciate their role in sustaining biodiversity and supporting food systems.

Guide to Edible Weeds

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