by Bee Keep Buzz Experts | Nov 1, 2019 | About Bees, Queen Bee Roles
When someone is described as being the “Queen Bee,” it’s often to imply that they are in charge. However, a real queen bee doesn’t have as much power as her royal name implies. While the queen does play an important role in the hive, it’s her dependence on the colony...
by Bee Keep Buzz Experts | Oct 16, 2019 | About Bees, Honey Bee Facts
When you think of a honeybee hive, you often think first of the egg-laying queen or the ever busy female worker bee. However, there is a very important member of the hive that often gets forgotten: the drone bee. No, we’re not talking about the robot bees we’ve been...
by Bee Keep Buzz Experts | Aug 31, 2019 | About Bees, Bee Keep Buzz
Learning how to attract bees to your yard will add a wonderful dimension to your gardening at the same time you give the environment in your area a big boost. Bee populations are declining all over the world. Beekeepers play a role in helping to establish and nurture...
by Bee Keep Buzz Experts | Aug 17, 2019 | About Bees, Honey Bee Facts
You've probably wondered, "Are bees poisonous?" at some point in your life. I sure have, just a little while ago, in fact. While out with a walking mower recently, my footsteps must have seemed like small earthquakes pounding the earth to the countless insects in...
by Bee Keep Buzz Experts | Aug 5, 2019 | About Bees, Hives
Langstroth hives are rectangular boxes that are stacked together and come with removable frames. The hive's configuration is conveniently customizable. This allows the beekeeper to stack boxes with varying heights. This post will share more on Langstroth hive plans to...
by Bee Keep Buzz Experts | Jun 1, 2019 | Honey Bee Facts
Bees are some of the most interesting insects in the United States of America. Not only do they help our flowers grow and multiple, but they are responsible for creating a natural sweetener that rivals the delicious taste and quality of Vermont maple syrup. In order...