Last week my husband was offered the chance to buy two hives from a lady in his beekeeping group who is moving away from the area. Initially she wanted to take her bees with her but this is not possible. So, she came yesterday and delivered two hives complete with their occupants. Each hive has about 5000 bees and there is every chance they will increase next Spring and start us off with a third hive. They've already started discovering the garden and are all over this aster that is still flowering its heart out and offering nectar for an autumn treat. My husband is really excited and it is fascinating to learn more about how bees live and work. Lots of honey for next year!Monday, 5 October 2009
We have bees!
Last week my husband was offered the chance to buy two hives from a lady in his beekeeping group who is moving away from the area. Initially she wanted to take her bees with her but this is not possible. So, she came yesterday and delivered two hives complete with their occupants. Each hive has about 5000 bees and there is every chance they will increase next Spring and start us off with a third hive. They've already started discovering the garden and are all over this aster that is still flowering its heart out and offering nectar for an autumn treat. My husband is really excited and it is fascinating to learn more about how bees live and work. Lots of honey for next year!
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Put me down for a lb or 2. I think it is such a brilliant thing to be involved in I am very envious. Looking forward to lots more bee news.
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Sue,
Consider it done. The jars already have your name printed on them.
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