Prairie Verbena

Honeybees visit prairie verbena primarily for its abundant nectar, with moderate pollen availability, supporting foraging during its extended bloom from early spring through fall and peaking in late spring. It grows as a low, spreading perennial in dry, open areas, tolerating drought and poor soils once established, though it benefits from deadheading to prolong flowering. The plant may require protection from deer and rabbit browsing to maintain bloom density for pollinators.