What does the cryptic crossword clue "Space at front of border for plant (5)" mean?

The definition is "plant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EM (synonym="EM") + BED (synonym="BED") = EMBED; definition: "plant" The answer is EMBED.

Space at front of border for plant (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28157 | 21 Down | 2020-06-11 flower

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