RESOURCES AND INFORMATION

Here is a useful list of the major sources of plants that provide nectar for bees in the Panhandle region of Florida. An important consideration for “beescaping” is the provision of food year-round for bee forage. Many of these trees and plants may already thrive where you live, or you may consider planting some. The bloom times for plants will vary from place to place, but generally an important nectar source for bees in one geographic area is likely to be an important nectar source in other regions. It is also important to keep in mind that bees require large quantities of nectar and even though there may be a small patch of flowers of interest to bees close to their hive, they might only visit a quantity source of nectar farther away (perhaps the amount provided by a large tree in full bloom) and pass-up the opportunity to feed on a small patch of flowers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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It is also important to note that there are some floral sources that you might want to avoid.  Yellow Jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens) and what is known as white or summer Titi may have some chemistry that is toxic to bees. The presence of small amounts in your neighborhood may be no cause for concern however it is important to BEE aware that not all flowers are good for bees!!

 

For more information on Florida Bee Botany look up: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/AA/AA08800.pdf