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Poa pratensis
In the United States: Naturalized · also called Kentucky bluegrass

Honeybees visit the inflorescences primarily for pollen during the short bloom period in late spring to early summer, as the plant produces little to no nectar. Peak foraging occurs when seedheads are allowed to mature, providing a minor pollen source in open, sunny areas. Frequent mowing in turf settings prevents flowering, limiting bee access unless bloom periods are accommodated in management.

Nectarlow
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) May–July
Duration~2 weeks
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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