Lemongrass: Nature’s Bee Bait—How to Use it Effectively
Does lemongrass attract bees? The short answer is yes. The long and fun answer is the rest of this article. […]
Beekeepers Guide to Natural Beehives: How to Spot Them
The types of natural beehives are really determined by the places bees decide to build their nests. Different locations require
The Ultimate Guide to Crafting a Wooden Observation Hive
You get observation hives and then you get cool observation hives! Observation hives are a lot of fun – they
How To Build A Beehive Stand [Beekeeper Know How]
There are a number of reasons why we need to know how to build a beehive stand. These are only
How Many Brood Boxes Should A Hive Have?
How many brood boxes should a hive have? How many rooms should your house have? Bees much like humans are
How Long Can A Queen Bee Live In A Cage
There are times when we need to place a queen in a cage – this naturally places her under stress.
Are Bee Skeps Illegal? Understanding the Law
Are bee skeps illegal? Well, this depends on where you are and what the laws are. These ancient beehives are
At What Temperature Do Bees Come Out
Bees are able to partially regulate their body temperature and can fly for short periods at temperatures below 55°F. At
Are Black Bees Poisonous? [Everything you need to know]
Black bees are a common term for a type of carpenter bee. Carpenter bees are wood nesting bees, gentle souls,
Natural Varroa Mite Control: How to Use Powdered Sugar on Your Bees [Need to Know]
Varroa mites are horrible pests that can rapidly kill a hive. These small parasitic mites can be controlled with a
How Much Honey To Leave Bees For Winter
When it comes to deciding how much honey to leave bees for winter there are many questions we need to
How Far Apart Should Beehives Be Placed?
How far apart should beehives be placed? This is a complex question to which there are many answers. This will
Ground Bees In Wisconsin: How to Identify and Control
Depending on where you are in the world, ground bees mean different things. Ground bees in Wisconsin refer to solitary
Beehive Inner Cover Plans: A Complete Guide for Better Beekeeping
An inner cover is an optional part of a Langstroth beehive. There are certain management strategies where this cover is
Expert Mating Nuc Plans: Beekeeping Queen Mating Made Simple
Let’s look at mating nucs and 2 frame mating nuc plans. I personally hate 2 frame mating nucs, and we
What Does Bee Poop Look Like? A Beekeeper’s Guide
We are a funny species. Especially when it comes to poop. Something about poop entertains us and scares us. On
How To Extract Honey From Comb At Home [Best Methods]
When we produce a little bit of honey for ourselves, it is very different from commercial beekeeping and we can
Planting Buckwheat For Honey Bees
Planting buckwheat for honey bees is a lot of fun, and even a relatively small patch can actually make a
How To Melt Beeswax In A Microwave [A Cautionary Tale You Need to Know]
How to melt beeswax in a microwave – you just don’t. I know a lot about beeswax – I have
How To Get Rid Of Leaf Cutter Bees
Leaf cutter bees are an essential part of our ecosystem – but they do make unsightly holes in some types
How To Get Bees Out Of Your House
How to get bees out of your house? First, we need to figure out why bees are in your house.
Why Bees Swarm Cars in Spring and How to Keep Them Out [Best Tip]
In spring I often get calls from people with bees in their cars. So let’s ask “Why do bees swarm
How Many Bees Are In A Hive Box? Beekeeping Explained
How many bees are in a hive box? This is a bit like asking how many people are in a
Who To Call For A Beehive Removal
Who to call for a beehive removal? The bee person!! Normally if you call your local fire department, they will
Warre Hive or Langstroth Hive? A Complete Guide for Beekeepers
In this article, we will take a look at the Warre hive vs Langstroth hive. Both are excellent hive tyes,
Will Bees Move Into An Empty Hive?
Will bees move into an empty hive? Yes, they love to do this. Do bees move into abandoned hives? Yes,
How To Make A Honey Bee Trap: Step-by-Step Guide
In this article, we look at how to make a honey bee trap. I have trapped thousands of swarms in
Essential Beehive Entrance Reducer Dimensions for Better Beekeeping
There are times of the year, and races of bees that will need an entrance reducer to stop robbing, keep
Top 5 Reasons for Killing Bees with Simple Soapy Water
There are very few times when it is actually a good idea to kill bees. If you do have to
Why Are Bees Clustering At The Hive Entrance?
Why are bees clustering at the hive entrance? There are a number of answers to this question – depending on