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The Quiet Magic of Seeds (and Why Plants Feel Like Wizards)

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Seeds are tiny packets of quiet intelligence. Plants literally build themselves out of air, respond to touch, make sounds, and use clever tricks to attract pollinators. A whimsical dive into the magic and science of how plants grow.

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The Quiet Magic of Seeds (and Why Plants Feel Like Wizards)

The Quiet Magic of Seeds (and Why Plants Feel Like Wizards)