If you’ve passed a hedgerow in August, you would not fail to notice that the blackberries. I love picking and eating handfuls of sun warmed blackberries while out beekeeping to keep the energy levels up. But did you know that Blackberries or brambles are extremely good for honey bees and other pollinators?
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Are Blackberry Brambles Good for Bees?
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Why White Clover is the Best Clover for Honeybees
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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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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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 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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Stinging Nettles – How to Pick and Use in Cooking
I’m very good at growing nettles so I don’t have to leave my garden when I go in search of nettles! In fact, I make it a part of my spring cleaning the garden to pick the tips of the nettle before I pull them up if they grow somewhere they should not! I’m delighted that not only are they plentiful, they are also highly nutritious and very delicious.
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Ramson & Wild Garlic – Habitat, Identification and Recipes
Ramsons, with their mild garlic flavor and versatile culinary applications, offer a delightful foraging experience for nature enthusiasts and food lovers alike. From the lush woodlands to the kitchen table, these wild wonders provide a bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients to elevate dishes with their unique taste and aroma.
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Infant Botulism – Why Infants Can’t Have Honey
We all know honey is good for us and have lots of health benefits. But, if you are a parent of young children you may recall hearing that honey isn’t suitable for babies under 12 months old. But why is this?
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Noodle Soup with Jew’s Ears Mushrooms & Spring Greens
This warming and wholesome Noodle Soup Recipe with Jew’s ears mushrooms and foraged spring greens is a perfect celebration of the transition of winter into spring. This soup is a wonderful way to enjoy locally foraged and seasonal ingredients!
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