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Trailing Arbutus
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Trailing Arbutus

Epigaea repens

Trailing arbutus provides early spring nectar and some pollen to honeybees and other pollinators when few other sources are available, supporting colony buildup after winter. Peak bloom typically hits in April across its range. It thrives in acidic, sandy soils under partial shade in woodland settings but is difficult to cultivate and may require protection from deer browsing.

Nectarmedium
Pollenlow
BloomMarch–May
USDA zones2-8
TypePerennial
Sunpartial
NativeEastern North America
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