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Gallberry
Ilex glabra
In the United States:
Native
· also called gallberry, inkberry
Honeybees are drawn to gallberry's small white flowers for nectar and pollen, yielding a dark, flavorful honey prized in southern beekeeping. Peak bloom aligns with May through July, bridging spring dearth periods. This suckering evergreen shrub thrives in wet, acidic soils but may require pruning to prevent unwanted spread in apiary landscapes.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | May–July |
| Hardiness zones | 4-9 |
| Duration | ~2 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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