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Strawberry
Fragaria x ananassa
Honeybees forage on strawberry flowers mainly for early-season pollen, with nectar rewards being minimal and insufficient for surplus honey production. Peak bloom typically hits in May to June in northern hemisphere temperate zones. As a perennial groundcover, it benefits from annual renovation to encourage vigorous blooming, though it's prone to pest issues that may reduce floral resources.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom | May–June |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
| Native | Cultivated hybrid, not native |