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Western Redbud
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Western Redbud

Cercis occidentalis

Honeybees visit Western Redbud primarily for its abundant early-spring pollen to support brood rearing, with moderate nectar rewards. Peak bloom occurs in March to April, providing a critical early-season forage source before many other plants flower. This drought-tolerant native shrub or small tree requires well-drained soil and occasional watering when young but is generally low-maintenance.

Nectarmedium
Pollenhigh
BloomFebruary–April
Zones5-9
TypePerennial
Sunpartial
NativeWestern United States
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