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Shade Trees and Biodiversity in the Urban Environment

Biodiversity is an important component of plant selection, especially in urban areas. You can improve the health of your urban ecosystem by improving the diversity of plant life.

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American Elms - Shaker Heights, Ohio. 1997. Photo by Peter Knittel, Courtesy of the Ohio Chapter ISA
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Columbus OH 43210

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