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Currant
Ribes spp.
In the United States:
Native
Honeybees forage on American black currant for nectar and pollen during early spring when options are limited; peak bloom occurs in May; this native shrub thrives in moist, shaded sites but can spread via suckers and is susceptible to deer browsing.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–June |
| Hardiness zones | 3-8 |
| Duration | ~2 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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