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Culver's Root
Veronicastrum virginicum
In the United States:
Native
· also called Bowman's root, blackroot
Bees visit for nectar and pollen from the dense spikes during mid-summer when other floral resources may be limited. Bloom lasts about four weeks with flowers opening progressively from the top. Tall stems may need support in shadier or wind-exposed sites.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | June–August |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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