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Nootka Lupine
Lupinus nootkatensis
Honeybees primarily visit Nootka lupine for its abundant, high-quality pollen, with minimal nectar available. Peak bloom aligns with early to mid-summer in northern latitudes, offering a key pollen source during this period. As a nitrogen-fixing species, it improves soil in disturbed areas but may spread aggressively outside its native range.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom | June–July |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
| Native | Western North America |