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Sugar Bush
Rhus ovata
In the United States:
Native
· also called Sugar Sumac
Evergreen shrub producing clusters of small white to pink flowers that supply nectar and pollen to bees in spring. Attracts native bees and other pollinators; drought-tolerant once established with minimal management needs beyond occasional pruning for shape.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | March–May |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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