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Re: Nectar Crops
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Jean-Marie Van Dyck <[log in to unmask]>
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Discussion of Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Fri, 30 Jun 1995 11:43:40 +0100
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On Thu, 29 Jun 1995 08:46:30 -0400 Boyd Dickens <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
 
>       Does anyone know of a crop that can be seeded that will extend
> the nectar flow season.  Maybe a crop that blooms in August.  Also
> what crop produces the largest amount of nectar ?  Thank you for your
> help.
 
Phacelia is really a good plant to seed for extra honey crop.
Blooming occurs about 6 weeks after seeding. Interesting for bees with
2-3 ares (0.1 acre?).  Very clear and sweet honey, fine crystallization.
 
Jean-Marie Van Dyck <[log in to unmask]>

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