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Manzanita
Arctostaphylos manzanita
In the United States:
Native
· also called common manzanita, whiteleaf manzanita
Manzanita offers a vital early-season nectar flow for honeybees, blooming in late winter to spring when few other sources are available. Its urn-shaped flowers provide abundant nectar and moderate pollen, attracting foragers to support colony buildup. Drought-tolerant and evergreen, it thrives in well-drained soils but may need summer pruning to shape and prevent legginess.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | February–May |
| Duration | ~2 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |