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Re: Henbit\Dead Nettle
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"David L. Green" <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 5 Apr 2000 13:44:52 EDT
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In a message dated 4/5/00 5:23:12 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [log in to unmask]
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> I searched the list for the subject and found several articles but did not
>  find any info concerning on whether or not Henbit\Dead Nettle provides any
>  nectar or a pollen and if it is considered a minor or major source if any.
>  Any info is appreciated.

   I always considered henbit an important source, not so much for quantity
as for earliness. It is a rich pollen source, as is most of the mint family.

Dave Green    The Pollination Home Page   http://pollinator.com

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