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fleabane
Erigeron annuus
In the United States:
Native
· also called daisy fleabane, eastern fleabane
Produces small daisy-like flowers that supply pollen and limited nectar to honeybees and many native bees throughout summer. Blooms continuously from late spring into fall with repeated flushes, making it useful for bridging gaps in forage. Tolerates poor, disturbed soils and self-seeds readily.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | May–October |
| Duration | ~4 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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