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Eastern Columbine
Aquilegia canadensis
Honeybees visit Eastern Columbine for nectar in its spurred flowers and collect some pollen, providing an early-season resource after spring dearth. Peak bloom occurs in May to June, supporting foragers during woodland wildflower season. This short-lived perennial self-seeds readily in moist, shaded sites but requires no special management beyond protection from slugs.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom | April–June |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
| Native | Eastern North America |