Friday 5 November 2010

Mild Autumn in the apiary

The bees are all tucked up for winter - well that's what I thought....with the very mild weather I have checked the bees daily, and they are still flying around taking in pollen. Looking around the garden there is very little for them to forage on - ivy seems to be the main provider. Not sure how much energy they are using to have a play around, thinking it is spring again I guess. With the high wind I have not opened up the hives...they hate the wind and can get quite ratty!
So I have been busy looking into running Begineers Bee-Keeping courses with another local experienced bee-keeper Sharon. Between us we have the right skills and experience to provide a really informative, fun and practical course. So if you want to know more get in touch!
angie@lime-tree-trading.co.uk