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American Holly
Ilex opaca
Honeybees forage on American holly for nectar from female flowers and high-quality pollen from male flowers. Peak bloom hits in May, providing an early-summer resource in its range. Dioecious nature requires both sexes for full bee benefits; slow-growing and susceptible to deer browsing.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom | April–June |
| USDA zones | 5-9 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
| Native | Eastern North America |