Hazel catkins
Hazel catkins are the male flowers of the hazel tree appearing as long, yellowish, pendulous clusters. They are one of the earliest signs of spring. These catkins release pollen into the wind to fertilize the small, inconspicuous red female flowers, which eventually develop into hazelnuts by autumn. Hazel catkins play an essential role in early-season pollination and provide a valuable food source for insects like bees when few other plants are in bloom.
Hazel catkins
Hazel catkins are the male flowers of the hazel tree appearing as long, yellowish, pendulous clusters. They are one of the earliest signs of spring. These catkins release pollen into the wind to fertilize the small, inconspicuous red female flowers, which eventually develop into hazelnuts by autumn. Hazel catkins play an essential role in early-season pollination and provide a valuable food source for insects like bees when few other plants are in bloom.