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Mexican plum
Prunus mexicana
Mexican plum's fragrant white blooms emerge in early spring, providing vital nectar and pollen for honeybees when other sources are scarce; peak bloom hits in March before leaves appear; this non-suckering native tree requires no special management beyond well-drained soil.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom | February–April |
| USDA zones | 5-9 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
| Native | Central United States |