Making an impact

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Engaging with plants can improve people's lives in many different ways. Our photo gallery illustrates the wide-ranging benefits of plant-based learning.

A school visit to the Eden Project © Steve Tanner

Bringing learning to life in schools

Learning about plants at the National Botanic Garden of Wales © National Botanic Garden of Wales

Inspiring learners of all ages

Sorting botanic specimens at the Kew Gardens Herbarium © RBG Kew

Opening doorways to careers with plants

Composting at the Eden Project © Chris Saville / Apex

Promoting sustainable living

School children getting involved in the RHS Campaign for School Gardening © RHS

Encouraging healthy eating

Family cycling at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest © FC Picture Library / John McFarlane

Enhancing fitness and wellbeing

Visitors on a guided group tour with a National Trust volunteer guide at Hidcote Manor Garden © NTPL/Arnhel de Serra

Forming social connections
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