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pulmonaria
Pulmonaria officinalis
Honeybees primarily collect pollen from this early-blooming perennial, as the deep tubular flowers limit nectar access; peak bloom hits in April, providing a crucial early-season resource; it prefers moist shade and is generally deer-resistant, though it can spread in favorable conditions.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom | April–May |
| USDA zones | 3-8 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | shade |
| Native | Europe |