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vetchling
Lathyrus pratensis
In the United States:
Introduced
· also called meadow pea
Perennial legume with yellow pea-like flowers that provide both nectar and pollen to honeybees during summer. Blooms over an extended period in meadows and roadsides, supporting consistent foraging without producing major surplus flows. Tolerates a range of soils but prefers well-drained conditions and may require support if grown in denser plantings.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | May–August |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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