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desert willow
Chilopsis linearis
In the United States:
Native
· also called desert willow, flowering willow
Honeybees are drawn to desert willow for its rich nectar, yielding good honey in its range; peak bloom hits May-June with continued sporadic flowering into fall for extended foraging support. Nectar robbing by carpenter bees can deter honeybee visits to some flowers, but overall it's a valuable late-spring to summer resource.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–September |
| Hardiness zones | 7-11 |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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