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Pasque Flower
Pulsatilla patens
In the United States:
Native
· also called pasque flower, prairie crocus
Pasque flower serves as a vital early-season pollen source for honeybees, comprising up to 92% of pollen loads during its bloom, though nectar rewards are minimal. Peak bloom aligns with April to May, offering critical forage for emerging colonies when other sources are scarce. It thrives in well-drained soils but may require protection from deer browsing and is not considered invasive.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | March–May |
| Hardiness zones | 2-7 |
| Duration | ~2 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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