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Wild Mustard
Sinapis arvensis
In the United States:
Naturalized
· also called wild mustard, charlock
Honeybees visit wild mustard for its abundant nectar and pollen during early spring, with peak bloom in May to June providing a valuable early-season forage. As an annual weed, it thrives in disturbed soils but can become invasive in fields, necessitating control to avoid overwhelming crops. Its bright yellow flowers attract heavy foraging in open areas.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | April–July |
| Hardiness zones | 3-10 |
| Duration | ~3 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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