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Black Willow
Salix nigra
In the United States:
Native
· also called black willow, swamp willow
Black willow provides one of the earliest sources of pollen and nectar for honeybees in spring, crucial for brood rearing after winter dormancy. Peak bloom typically hits in April, though timing varies by latitude. It prefers moist to wet soils and can sucker aggressively, making it potentially weedy in managed landscapes.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | March–May |
| Hardiness zones | 2-8 |
| Duration | ~2 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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