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Feltleaf Willow
Salix alaxensis
In the United States:
Native
· also called feltleaf willow, alaska willow
Feltleaf willow is a key early-season pollen source for honeybees, with male catkins providing high-protein pollen essential for spring brood rearing, while female catkins offer moderate nectar. Bloom peaks in May to June in northern latitudes, aligning with emerging bee activity after winter. It grows in moist, riparian habitats and forms clonal thickets, which may require space management in beekeeping landscapes to avoid overgrowth.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | April–June |
| Hardiness zones | 1-4 |
| Duration | ~2 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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