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Prairie Phlox
Phlox pilosa
In the United States:
Native
· also called prairie phlox, downy phlox
Honeybees forage on prairie phlox for nectar and pollen, with peak visitation during its May to July bloom period. This drought-tolerant perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, requiring minimal management once established but benefiting from division every few years to prevent overcrowding.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–June |
| Hardiness zones | 4-8 |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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