Brittlebush

Encelia farinosa

Honeybees visit brittlebush primarily for its abundant pollen, with moderate nectar rewards, especially during peak bloom in March to May. This supports early-season foraging in desert regions. The shrub is drought-tolerant and requires well-drained soil, with no significant invasive tendencies.

Nectar	medium
Pollen	high
Bloom	March–May
Zones	8-10
Type	Perennial
Sun	full
Native	Southwestern United States