I live in the Southern Appalachians where there is a wide variety of bee forage. This could be anything from ground covers like Gill-over-the-Ground, vines like Clematis, blackberry brambles, and trees like Sourwood and Tulip Poplar. The links on this website may contain affiliate links. This means that I may receive a commission if you…
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One-Up your Beekeeping Game: learn what’s blooming
Do you know what honey bee forage is available in your area? One thing I believe that all beekeepers can agree on is the excitement we feel when the spring season begins. We love to see that our little bees are ‘waking up’ and venturing out after so many months. OH! And they’re bringing in…
Weeds are Wildflowers, let them Bee. Part 2
There are several sounds that a beekeeper loves to hear and one that they do not. The sound that beekeepers do not like to hear is the busy buzzing of honey bee wings telling the beekeeper, ‘Goodbye, alas we shall see you no more.” That’s right, it’s the sound of a swarm. Just in case…
Weeds are Wildflowers, let them Bee. Part 1
Most people do not realize the abundant variety of wildflowers that honey bees will forage from. Many of these wildflowers are something that most would consider to be ‘weeds.’ Just in case you’re looking for my new children’s picture book, which shares the same title as this post, click below and order your own copy!…
Mystery honey crop: Millet Honeydew
So I live in the North Central Georgia Mountains just inside of Union County. One of the most unique varieties of honey in the U.S. is made here: Sourwood Honey. If you have ever tried it, you know exactly what I’m talking about. This honey is so popular that you rarely see it for sale…