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Heath

Epacris impressa
In the United States: Cultivated

Honeybees actively forage on Epacris impressa for abundant nectar and pollen during its long bloom period, serving as a key winter resource in its native range when few other plants flower. Peak bloom aligns with July-August in Australia, supporting colony maintenance through lean seasons. Cultivation requires consistently moist, acidic soils; it is sensitive to dry summers and may need mulching or irrigation.

Nectarhigh
Pollenhigh
Bloom (US) September–May
TypePerennial
Sunpartial
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