Piedmont Azalea

Honeybees rarely forage on Piedmont azalea due to toxic grayanotoxins in the nectar and pollen, making it a minor contributor to honey flows despite its early spring blooms. Native bees and butterflies are primary visitors during the March to May bloom period, with peak in April. This deciduous shrub thrives in acidic, moist soils in partial shade and is not invasive.