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Worldwide Beekeeping Resource Library => Honey, Bee Forage; Nectar & Pollen Sources => Topic started by: Kathi on August 08, 2017, 07:56:05 am

Title: Meadowsweet
Post by: Kathi on August 08, 2017, 07:56:05 am

Hi,

Just a general question on Meadowsweet which is abundant in my area right now.  Does anyone have any experience with it as a nectar and/or pollen source?  My bees have a preference for it and I'm wondering what to expect.  Thanks, Kathi

Title: Re: Meadowsweet
Post by: Lburou on August 08, 2017, 10:25:46 am

 :welcome:  Welcome to the forum Kathi!  Sorry, I don't have a clue about meadowsweet, but wanted to  welcome you anyway.   :welcome:

Title: Re: Meadowsweet
Post by: CBT on August 08, 2017, 10:27:44 am

Yes, welcome. We'll let the local to your area folks answer that one.

Title: Re: Meadowsweet
Post by: Perry on August 08, 2017, 04:26:19 pm

Welcome from me as well, glad you found us. :welcome:
Not too sure about Meadowsweet myself, but if the bees like it I'm happy.

Title: Re: Meadowsweet
Post by: Bakersdozen on August 09, 2017, 05:26:57 pm

Welcome, Kathi!
The only info I could find on Meadowsweet it that originates in Europe, it's naturalized here, and honey bees utilize the nectar and pollen.  I also found that this herb has a lot of medicinal properties, which is one of the reasons Europeans brought it with them when they migrated to North America.   Not exactly the information you were looking for, so I hope someone near you adds to the discussion.

Title: Re: Meadowsweet
Post by: Kathi on August 11, 2017, 07:14:21 am

Thanks everyone for the welcome!  And for the info about Meadowsweet.  Kathi