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Elderberry
Sambucus canadensis
In the United States:
Native
· also called american elderberry, common elderberry, black elderberry
Honeybees primarily visit elderberry flowers for the abundant pollen, with moderate nectar available during the peak bloom in June. This native shrub supports early summer foraging and can produce a minor honey flow in suitable conditions. It suckers to form colonies in moist soils, requiring management to prevent overgrowth, and is browsed by deer when young.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | June–July |
| Hardiness zones | 3-9 |
| Duration | ~3 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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