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Poplar Tree
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Poplar Tree

Populus spp.
In the United States: Native · also called eastern cottonwood, cottonwood

Honeybees visit poplar catkins mainly for abundant early-spring pollen, offering a vital protein boost when few other sources are available. Female trees produce little nectar but yield resinous buds for propolis collection. Peak bloom aligns with March to April in temperate climates; trees grow rapidly but may require space due to weak wood prone to storm damage.

Nectarlow
Pollenhigh
Bloom (US) March–April
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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