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The Story Of Why Bees Love Lavender So Much!
If you’re new to beekeeping, you’ve probably heard or read that lavender plants should be somewhere nearby for your bees to forage. That’s because it’s believed that bees love lavender. But does this really make any sense? If bees really like lavender that much, what’s the real reason bees like lavender? Bees love lavender because…
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Honey and Lemon for Sore Throat: A Magical Elixir for Cold Relief
As the winter breeze sweeps in, bringing with it the unwelcome companions of colds and sore throats, we all seek a magical remedy that can whisk away our discomfort and restore our vitality. Fortunately, nature has bestowed upon us a wondrous elixir – the combination of honey and lemon. Like a fairytale potion, this age-old…
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Why Are Beekeeping Suits White?
In a conversation with my friend who started beekeeping this summer, I had a conversation about the beekeeping suit. He asked me a very interesting question. “Why are all beekeeping suits mostly white?”. White is cool, but its popularity in beekeeper clothing has nothing to do with cute fashion trends. Why Are Beekeeping Suits White?…
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When Is The Best Time Of Year To Start Beekeeping?
With more and more people interested in harvesting their own honey and the joys that come with raising and caring for bees, beekeeping is more popular than ever. Still, starting beekeeping is not an easy task. Most beekeepers keep bees year-round. But what is the best time of year to start beekeeping? When should you…
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How Long Does It Take For A Queen Bee To Start Laying Eggs?
When I first started beekeeping, I knew the queen bee was responsible for laying eggs and keeping the worker bees alive. But I don’t know how long it takes for the queen bee to start laying eggs after I put it in the hive. Egg-laying is no small feat, and the faster the queen starts…
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How Long Can Bees Stay In A Nuc?
As a beekeeper, nuc box will become an important part of your life. Whether you’re buying or selling a colony, the hardest part is getting a good feel for how long the bees can stay in their nuc. How Long Can Bees Stay In A Nuc Box? Bees can typically stay in a standard five-frame…