Nannyberry

Honeybees visit nannyberry primarily for its pollen during the early spring bloom, with limited nectar availability due to the small flower size and structure. Peak foraging occurs in May to June when flat-topped clusters of white flowers provide a reliable, though not surplus-producing, resource for colony buildup. This suckering shrub forms multi-stemmed colonies in moist, wooded habitats and tolerates partial shade, but may need occasional pruning to manage spread and deer browsing on foliage and fruits.