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Experts identify ‘super-plant’ that absorbs roadside air pollution – The Guardian
Bushy variety of cotoneaster works best in areas of heavy traffic, say researchers, while other plants can cool buildings or reduce flooding
PlantsBushy variety of cotoneaster works best in areas of heavy traffic, say researchers, while other plants can cool buildings or reduce flooding
Thu 18 Feb 2021 01.01 EST
Bushy, hairy-leafed cotoneaster is a super plant that can help soak up pollution on busy roads, horticultural experts have said.
Scientists at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) looked at the effectiveness of hedges for soaking up air pollution, comparing different types of shrubs including cotoneaster, hawthorn and western…
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