Flowering of the Fennel

Flowering of the Fennel

Additional information: Overall rating for honeydew: 4/5 Nectar: 2/3 Pollen: 2/3 Color: Yellow Blooming Fennel in Contra Costa County California: June 23, 2024 June 18, 2023 Beekeeping in the Bay Area is a vibrant activity, supported by a diverse ecosystem and a...
Flowering of the Yellow Star Thistle

Flowering of the Yellow Star Thistle

Additional information: Overall rating for honeydew: 4/5 Nectar: 3/3 Pollen: 3/3 Color: Yellow Blooming Yellow Star Thistle in Contra Costa County California: June 16, 2024 June 16, 2023 Yellow star thistle (Centaurea solstitialis) is a prominent and controversial...
Flowering of the Blackberries

Flowering of the Blackberries

Additional information: Overall rating for honeydew: x/5 Nectar: x/3 Pollen: x/3 Color: xx Blooming Blackberries in Contra Costa County California: May 25, 2024 Blackberry flowers are beneficial for bees for several reasons: Nectar and Pollen Source: Blackberry...
Flowering of the buckeye

Flowering of the buckeye

The tree’s blossoms are poisonous to honey bees. (DANGER FOR BEES) Blooming buckeye in Contra Costa County California: May 5, 2024 May 10, 2023 May 15, 2022 May 20, 2021 Why are Buckeyes not edible for honey bees? Buckeyes, which refer to the seeds from trees of...
Flowering of the Cherry tree

Flowering of the Cherry tree

Additional information: Overall rating for honeydew: 2/5 Nectar: 2/3 Pollen: 2/3 Color: White/Beige Blooming Cherry tree in Contra Costa County California: March 10, 2024 February 25, 2023 February 18, 2022 I’m proud to help pollinate Brentwood’s cherry...
Flowering of the Plum tree

Flowering of the Plum tree

Additional information: Overall rating for honeydew: 2/5 Nectar: 2/3 Pollen: 2/3 Color: White/Beige Blooming Plum tree in Contra Costa County California: March 3, 2024 February 25, 2023 February 10, 2022 February 3, 2021 I’m proud to help pollinate...