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Coltsfoot
Tussilago farfara
Coltsfoot offers early-season pollen and nectar to honeybees as they begin foraging after winter. Peak bloom aligns with March in temperate regions, supporting colony buildup. It spreads aggressively via rhizomes and is considered invasive in moist, disturbed sites across eastern North America.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom | February–April |
| USDA zones | 4-7 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
| Native | Europe — naturalized in North America |