Azaleas. Are they a problem?

[Charles Wright]

I've spotted three azalea plants within a close distance from where my hives will be. Is this a serious problem?

[The15thMember]

I have several azaleas on my property, a few natives and a few non-natives, and we also have tons of rhododendron.  I don't have any issues with the honey bees working the azaleas or the rhododendrons.  They usually leave them alone unless we are in a really strong dearth.  The native bees LOVE the azaleas though.  I've seen carpenters, bumbles, masons, and sweat bees all working them.       

[worrywort]

If in Doubt give a jar of Honey to your Mother in Law.

[BeeMaster2]

Charles,
I have several large azalea bushes on my property with as many 30 hives at times.  I have never seen a honey bee on azaleas.
Jim Altmiller

[Acebird]

NO

[Charles Wright]

LMAO @worrywort. Thank you all. If you Google the issue it looks dire. But I've yet to hear a beekeeper express concern
 Excited to get started in the spring. I'll be here often. You guys are great for information.

[Ben Framed]

Charles,
I have several large azalea bushes on my property with as many 30 hives at times.  I have never seen a honey bee on azaleas.
Jim Altmiller

Same here. Azaleas 🌺 everywhere many colors, no problem. I have never seen a bee 🐝 on one.