Honeybee forage blend for 1 acre
We have some spare pasture and would like to plant a blend of flowers/legumes for our honeybees- do you know of a good blend on the market, or have suggestions for something that will bloom after the blackberries are done? Something that will provide a load of nectar/pollen, will reseed and is easy maintenance.
Yamhill County Oregon
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Hello,
You are looking for something to plant that is compatible for livestock, or just a pollinator blend for an area you won't be using for livestock anymore?
The Xerces Society has a list of blends that are great for bees and are specialized for particular regions.
https://xerces.org/pollinator-seed/
If you are interested in pasture mixes, below is more information:
https://tilth.org/education/resources/lessons-learned-planning-pastures-pollinator-habitat/
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Heather- thanks- looking for a blend to provide a honey source for my hives. no grazing - something that will reseed- and provide nectar before and after the Himalayan blackberries bloom