Why it's important flowers smell good

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Photo credit Chicago Botanic Garden

The fragrance of plants evolved to entice bees, butterflies and other pollinators to transfer the plants' pollen and extend the species. On this week's episode of the Gardening Tips podcast, the Chicago Botanic Garden's Lisa Hilgenberg talks about how important scent is in the garden.

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Featured Image Photo Credit: Chicago Botanic Garden