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Boxelder
Acer negundo
In the United States:
Native
· also called boxelder, ash-leaved maple, manitoba maple
Boxelder offers abundant early-season pollen and moderate nectar to honeybees, aiding initial brood rearing when few other sources are available. Peak bloom aligns with March to April in its range. As a fast-growing tree, it can spread aggressively in moist soils, potentially becoming weedy, and attracts boxelder bugs that may invade structures.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | March–May |
| Hardiness zones | 2-9 |
| Duration | ~10 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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