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HOW MUCH ROOM SHOULD I GIVE MY BEES?

by Hilary | Jan 28, 2016 | Equipment, How To, New Bees, Troubleshooting

In a beehive, size matters. One of the decisions a beekeeper must make is when to add more space to the hive and when to take space away. It can be tricky to know exactly when you should take action, but if you don’t your colony could suffer. Read on to get a...

SIGNS YOUR COLONY IS QUEENLESS

by Hilary | Dec 26, 2015 | How To, New Bees, Troubleshooting

Queenlessness is one of the most common ways for new beekeepers to lose their colony. There are many ways a colony can end up without a queen and likewise there are various methods of correcting the problem. Read on to learn the signs of a queenless colony and...

LANGSTROTH VS. TOP BAR HIVE

by Hilary | Nov 12, 2015 | Equipment, New Bees

Whether you are new to beekeeping and trying to decide on a hive style or just curious about trying a new design, there are some definite advantages and drawbacks for both the Langstroth and Top Bar Hive designs. One is declared more practical while the other is...

5 IDEAS FOR ARTISTIC BACKYARD BEEHIVES

by Hilary | Oct 28, 2015 | Just for Fun, Lists, New Bees

Want some inspiration for more artistic backyard beehives? Check out my list of 5 ways to deck out your hives! This article is also infused with practical information about how to balance functionality and style. 1. Abstract Why settle for just one color when you can...

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My name is Hilary Kearney. I’m the author of the book, “Queenspotting” and founder of the urban beekeeping business Girl Next Door Honey in San Diego, California. I’m an artist turned beekeeper on a mission to help new beekeepers succeed and educate the public about the magic of bees!