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Siberian Peashrub
Caragana arborescens
In the United States:
Introduced
· also called Siberian pea tree
Honeybees forage on Siberian peashrub for its rich early-spring nectar and pollen from fragrant yellow pea-like flowers. Peak bloom aligns with late spring in temperate climates, offering vital resources when few other plants are flowering. This nitrogen-fixing shrub thrives in poor, dry soils but can spread aggressively via seeds, necessitating monitoring and occasional pruning.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | May–June |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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