Onkruid is juist hartstikke goed

Weeds are any plants that grow where we don't want them to, but we are usually best off leaving them. Weeds can actually be good for cooling, fertilising and biodiversity in your garden. In this episode of the Workshop, biologist Nienke Beets (Leiden University & Hortus Botanicus Leiden) tells you about the benefits of having more greenery in our towns and cities. And why the term weed is actually not correct at all.🌱 🐝 🏙️ So green light for the dandelions, nettles and clover! 0:00 When is something a weed? 1:15 What are the good qualities of wild plants? 2:11 How are animals, plants and insects connected? 3:54 Why should you remove invasive exotics? 4:26 How can we strengthen ecosystems? More science? Check: UvNL Theatre Tour: Want to see our scientists live? We are coming to over 20 theatres across the country. Tickets: https://www.universiteitvannederland.... Theatre tour: https://www.universiteitvannederland.... Podcast on Spotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/0z2ydI7... Podcast on iTunes ► https://itunes.apple.com/nl/podcast/d... Our website ► http://www.universiteitvannederland.nl/ Instagram ►  / universiteitnl   Twitter ►   / universiteitnl   Facebook ►   / universiteitvannederland   For non-commercial use, it is permitted to use excerpts (provided the context is preserved). However, always mention source: University of the Netherlands. If in doubt, please email us at [email protected] About the University of the Netherlands: Universiteit van Nederland has an independent editorial team that produces weekly podcasts, videos and social posts on scientific topics. We believe everyone should be able to learn from the top scientists we have in the Netherlands. Without tuition fees or exams. We are the university for everyone.