Here in Northern Georgia, USA, there is alder, witch hazel, etc beginning
to bloom.  My earliest and best source for the bees seems to be what we
call "winter honeysuckle", a very fragrant shrub used as plantings around
residences.  I don't know the species, but it flowers very early with
blooms in the axils of the leaves.  The pollen is abundant and is very
pale yellow/green.  It's probably blooming now in South Carolina, USA
 
I'm always happy to see it start to bloom, for I know my old aching bones
will soon be enjoying the spring sunshine again!
 
Cordially, Jim
 
 
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