I still won't be getting my own bees on the allotment until next year but I wanted to get everything now as there is such a huge array of things to consider when buying that when I had finally come to a decision I figured it was best to make my purchases and then I would stop doubting myself and changing my mind as I spoke to different bee-keepers.
More about that later...for now I will just show you what I have bought.
Polystyrene hives complete with deep brood boxes, two supers and feeder. |
Two poly nucs with 'ekes' to convert to deep brood and frames and wax sheets. |
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It's going to be fun watching your progress with the bees.
ReplyDeleteJust hope I don't make too many mistakes Ratty and that the bees have been reading all the same books as me!
DeleteThat is a major understatement tpals...HUGE GRINS!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLucky you! I have a dream of keeping bees one day, so I would have been hugely excited as well. And I'll be interested to learn from you when your bees arrive.
ReplyDeleteThanks CJ. I do feel very lucky. Definitely get bees, I have learnt so much since I started getting interested and the more I learnt the more I wanted hives. They are such amazing creations of mother nature!!
DeletePolystyrene hives?
ReplyDeleteYes Sue, they are relatively new to the UK but been in use in Scandinavia for many years. The polystyrene is warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer making the bees lives easier. Also they are easier cleaned and don't need treating as wood ones do.
Deletesorry I've missed a few posts here, trying desperately to catch up with everyone. Very exciting purchase. I assume your son was a bit disappointed though that the delivery wasn't for his birthday....lol
ReplyDeleteYou and me both Ann. He was a little disappointed...until his birthday and he got an Ipad!!
DeleteLooks very exciting! Happy birthday to your son!
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda
DeleteDear Tanya, I can hear the excitement in your voice. It is wonderful to have such enthusiasm for this project. You are putting your heart into this.
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to your son. I wish him a beautiful day and lots of good memories.
Blessings dear Tanya. Catherine xo
Thanks Catherine...I really do like to throw my heart and soul into my new projects and learn all that I can!!
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