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Coastal Plain Willow
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Coastal Plain Willow

Salix caroliniana
In the United States: Native · also called Carolina willow, Coastalplain willow

Honeybees visit coastal plain willow for its early spring nectar and highly nutritious pollen, which supports brood rearing during a time of limited forage. Peak bloom occurs from March to May in temperate climates, providing a vital boost to colonies emerging from winter. It prefers moist to wet soils and can sucker to form thickets, requiring occasional pruning to manage growth and shape.

Nectarhigh
Pollenhigh
Bloom (US) March–May
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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