Elderberry
Honeybees primarily visit elderberry flowers for the abundant pollen, with moderate nectar available during the peak bloom in June. This native shrub supports early summer foraging and can produce a minor honey flow in suitable conditions. It suckers to form colonies in moist soils, requiring management to prevent overgrowth, and is browsed by deer when young.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom | May–July |
| USDA zones | 3-9 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
| Native | Eastern North America |