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Red Clover
Bloom confirmed nearby
Trifolium pratense
In the United States:
Naturalized
· also called red clover
Honeybees primarily collect pollen from red clover, as the long corolla tubes limit nectar access compared to bumblebees. It blooms from May to September, with peak in June-July providing mid-summer forage. Short-lived perennial that may need reseeding every 2-3 years and can spread aggressively in favorable conditions.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | May–September |
| Hardiness zones | 3-9 |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
Reported nearby
- Aug 28 — blooming now
- Aug 19 — blooming now (3)
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