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Discover Living Walls: What Grows in Cities?

In Discover Living Walls: What Grows in Cities?, Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers notice a plant growing out of a building! How does this happen? Join the Ramblers as they learn about living walls and how city parks and trees help people and the environment. This video is excerpted from BBC's Ranger Hamza’s Eco Quest, a nature exploration show in which Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers go on quests to discover nature’s wonders and the important role they play in our environment.

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Ranger Hamza's Eco Quest
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Q: How did the plant get onto the building?
A: The wind blew its seeds onto the building.

Q: Why are some cities planting plants on buildings?
A: To encourage wildlife to visit.

Q: How do trees and grass make cities cooler?
A: They absorb sunlight and provide shade.

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