White clover is renowned as the best clover for honeybees, but it only yields nectar under ideal conditions. Have you ever noticed a field or lawn blanketed in white clover yet observed only a few bumblebees and no honeybees visiting the flowers? That’s because honeybees require the right temperature to access the nectar. Why the …
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Why White Clover is the Best Clover for Honeybees
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Wasp, Bumblebee or Honeybee? How to Tell the Difference
Every year, as autumn approaches, we get a lot of queries about bees that are not bees but turn out to be wasps. Concerned homeowners discover these ‘bees’ in their gardens, often in garden sheds and outhouses, compost bins, in the ground, and also in attics. Many want to know how to get rid of …
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Spiced Blackberry & Honey Irish Tea Cake
Enjoy of end-of-summer flavours with our Spiced Blackberry & Honey Irish Tea Cake! This recipe combines the luscious sweetness of honey with the warmth of aromatic spices, creating a tea cake that is both comforting and indulgent. With its rich blend of spices and the natural sweetness of honey, this tea cake is perfect for a leisurely afternoon tea or a sophisticated dessert.
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Homemade Peach & Honey Ice Cream
There’s nothing quite like the refreshing taste of homemade ice cream to beat the summer heat. Hanna’s Bees’ Peach and Honey Ice Cream combines the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the rich, floral notes of honey. This recipe is straightforward yet yields a creamy, luscious treat that captures the essence of summer in every …
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Hay fever and Honey: A Natural Remedy?
Many of my customers ask me about honey and hay fever. they often say they have heard that you should eat local honey to help alleviate hayfever symptoms. Is there any truth in this or is it just an old wife’s tale? Well, to be perfectly honest, it’s a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no. So, let’s take a nose dive, (pardon the pun…), and explore the subject of honey and seasonal allergies a bit more in depth…
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Why do Bees Swarm?
When bees swarm they don’t all leave the hive. Instead, they split the colony into two or more groups, and one will remain in the hive: it is a way not just to find a new location, they do it to make more colonies and keep the species alive.
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How Do Bees Make Honey?
Did you ever wonder how bees make honey? It is a long process from flower to jar, join me to explore the journey and learn how honey is made.
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Why are Bees Attracted to Swimming Pools?
If you have an outdoor swimming pool, chances are you often find bees in it, either dead, or barely alive struggling on the surface of the water. They may be a nuisance to you or your family, buzzing around as you’re enjoying a swim. There might even be other water sources nearby, but it is your pool that seems the most attractive option for bees looking for water. Let’s explore why this is…
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Queen Rearing for Beginners – Breeding Quality Queens
Queen rearing is something that all beekeepers should do as part of summer management. The benefits of raising our own queens far outweigh the effort we put into it. Here is how to do it if you want to give it a go!
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