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Grape

Vitis labrusca
In the United States: Native · also called fox grape

Honeybees primarily visit Vitis labrusca flowers for pollen, as the blooms produce little to no nectar. Peak bloom occurs in late spring, providing an important early-season pollen source for developing colonies. The vigorous climbing vines require sturdy supports like trellises and benefit from annual pruning to control growth and promote healthy blooming.

Nectarlow
Pollenmedium
Bloom (US) May–June
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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