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Sand Cherry
Prunus besseyi
In the United States:
Native
· also called sand cherry, western sandcherry, bessey's cherry
Honeybees forage on its early spring flowers for nectar and pollen during a critical period when few other sources are available. Peak bloom occurs in April to May, providing a boost to emerging colonies. As a suckering shrub, it can form dense thickets useful for windbreaks but may require management to prevent unwanted spread.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–May |
| Hardiness zones | 3-8 |
| Duration | ~1 week |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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