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I did some research on the internet. The trees at the landfill are Eucalyptus amplifolia, also known as Cabbage Gum. There are also some on FSU campus. They were planted as part of a project by Dr. Rockwood of UF. He is interested i wood and pulp production not honey. The honey potential is medium, pollen potential is high and they bloom in Summer (Nov-Jan) in their native habitat. Next I sent an email to Dr. Rockwood and found out that they should be on track for a March bloom but the time varies based on weather. Started going by the ladfill in late Feb. to montor them. They were helpful but the landfill hours make it hard to get to except on Saturday. Standing between the office buldings provides the best view of the stand without going onto the actual landfill and setting off alarms. Pictures are to the right. The buds are really to small to be seen in them however.
My hives are .6 miles from the trees (1.2 driving) |