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Alaska Forget-Me-Not
Borealysis septentrionalis
Honeybees visit for nectar and pollen, attracted by the small blue flowers. Peak bloom is in early to mid-summer, providing a reliable forage in cooler climates. As a short-lived perennial, it benefits from self-seeding to maintain colonies without becoming invasive.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom | June–August |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
| Native | Alpine Europe; naturalized in Western North America |