When insulating and wrapping a hive, you can use two different types of insulation, either Styrofoam board or lightweight XPS board. The front piece of insulation should be slightly shorter than the...
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Do beehives get covered in the cold? The answer may surprise you. Bees create heat by perspiring and sealing any cracks in their hives to keep heat in. If they are not protected by cover, they can't...
The question of "How many frames of honey do you need for winter?" is often a tricky one to answer. The guidelines given below are just that - guidelines. Your hive will be different from another and...
Be prepared for hot weather with these tips for starting a beehive in the heat of the summer. Bees need water to survive during the summer, and they collect it in their honey guts and carry it back...
We may think that we're taking advantage of the bees when we take their honey. But that's not always the case. We should consider that they need pollen and nectar to survive. Even if you don't think...
Bees typically hibernate in cooler climates to conserve their energy during the winter months and shelter from harsh weather until springtime. Bees do not hibernate in tropical climates because of...