Balsam is a non native introduction and is an invasive species , while good for bees its not so good for the habitats where it is normally found here (riparian habitats) . Local authorities and those managing fisheries do try to eradicate it in some locations..
My first post!
I like to support local businesses first so try and buy Irish when I can
then my preference is to buy from my British cousins
-no politics in beekeeping!
( Its all peace, love and joy tonight - rain and stormy outside
we are sitting in front of a good British Charnwood...