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Lungwort

Pulmonaria saccharata

Honeybees seek out lungwort in early spring for its nectar and pollen, offering vital early-season support when few other flowers are blooming. Peak bloom aligns with April to May in northern regions. This shade-tolerant perennial prefers moist soil and spreads slowly via rhizomes, requiring division every few years to prevent overcrowding, but it is not invasive.

Nectarmedium
Pollenmedium
BloomApril–May
USDA zones3-8
TypePerennial
Sunpartial
NativeEurope
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