The flowers of buckwheat are not only pretty to look at, but also extremely useful. Our guide will provide you with more detailed information about the buckwheat flower.
What does the buckwheat flower look like and when does it bloom?
The buckwheat flower is characterized by its white, reddish or pink clusters and its aromatic scent. It blooms between July and October and its rich nectar attracts bees who can produce honey from it.
Optical characteristics of buckwheat flowers
Buckwheat produces white, reddish or pink flowers that are arranged in small panicles that arise from the leaf axils, i.e. arranged as clusters. The strong aromatic scent of the flowers is just as appealing as the look.
Flowering time: When do buckwheat plants bloom?
Buckwheat blooms between July and October. Interestingly, it is significantly longer than the growth phase after the buckwheat plant is grown, which usually only lasts four weeks.
This is why buckwheat flowers are useful
Due to the pleasant, intense aroma and the fact that buckwheat flowers secrete a lot of nectar, they are often visited by insects, especially bees.
The buckwheat nectar consists of almost 50 percent sucrose - high honey yields can be achieved. Peak values of up to 500 kilograms of honey per hectare are possible. This almost corresponds to the values of the widespread honey plant rapeseed.
A tiny, brown, triangular nut fruit ripens in every buckwheat flower. The fruits are very loose, which often has a negative effect on the harvest.
