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Silver Maple
Acer saccharinum
In the United States:
Native
· also called silver maple, soft maple
Silver maple provides essential early-season pollen for honeybees to rear brood after winter, with moderate nectar availability supporting foragers. Peak bloom occurs in March to April, coinciding with colony buildup needs. Its fast growth and brittle branches require strategic planting to minimize storm damage, though it's weedy outside native range.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | February–April |
| Hardiness zones | 3-9 |
| Duration | ~10 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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