The Hive Guide™
Why Mated Queens Look Small in Cages
When introducing a new mated queen to a colony, it is common to unbox her and find a bee that looks surprisingly like an unmated virgin. Her abdomen is small,...
Why Mated Queens Look Small in Cages
When introducing a new mated queen to a colony, it is common to unbox her and find a bee that looks surprisingly like an unmated virgin. Her abdomen is small,...
How to do a Lazy Snelgrove to prevent your bees...
Method So, your hive is bursting with bees, and there are queen cells; it is time to do something. I always use a ‘hop-up’ when I am going through hives...
How to do a Lazy Snelgrove to prevent your bees...
Method So, your hive is bursting with bees, and there are queen cells; it is time to do something. I always use a ‘hop-up’ when I am going through hives...
What makes Langstroth a great bee hive type for...
Langstroth Hives are by far the most popular hives around the world. Here are five reasons we love them and use them ourselves. Bigger brood box Larger supers, better value...
What makes Langstroth a great bee hive type for...
Langstroth Hives are by far the most popular hives around the world. Here are five reasons we love them and use them ourselves. Bigger brood box Larger supers, better value...
When to do your first hive inspection UK
When to do your first hive inspection is a question we get asked a lot. This is very dependent on the weather. Generally speaking, it's not advised to inspect my hives...
When to do your first hive inspection UK
When to do your first hive inspection is a question we get asked a lot. This is very dependent on the weather. Generally speaking, it's not advised to inspect my hives...
How to secure beehives in the winter UK
Taking beehives through the winter in the UK it's vitally important that you prevent them from blowing over. If your hive blows over this is a surefire way for them...
How to secure beehives in the winter UK
Taking beehives through the winter in the UK it's vitally important that you prevent them from blowing over. If your hive blows over this is a surefire way for them...
How to Insulate Bee Hives for the Winter UK
There are lots of ways to insulate a beehive for winter. In this article, we'll discuss the best options for getting your hive in the best shape for winter. ...
How to Insulate Bee Hives for the Winter UK
There are lots of ways to insulate a beehive for winter. In this article, we'll discuss the best options for getting your hive in the best shape for winter. ...