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I checked on the new swarm tonight, that I just got last night. I think my buddy said he hatched this from a queen cell, and had in a nuc for a spell??? Anyway, just glad to have some here finally, and while they already have 3-4 frames full force, I added a jar of 1-1 mix of water, and sugar







Just happy to get things going

[farmertrappe]

Looking good, bees, cj, the homestead.

[histopicker]

That hive looks strong already! Awesome pics CJ; thanks for sharing.

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Bees seem to be doing great. I think they got enough of the foundations built that they aren't using the syrup I provided?

Will give another update in a week or so. My buddy is looking to get another swarm here for me soon. He likes the set-up and surrounding area. Lots of shade, acres of clover, fruit trees and water, all within 50 yards of the hives

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I like your hat

[histopicker]

Jun 12, 2015 19:00:11 GMT -5 @charder said:

Bees seem to be doing great. I think they got enough of the foundations built that they aren't using the syrup I provided?

Will give another update in a week or so. My buddy is looking to get another swarm here for me soon. He likes the set-up and surrounding area. Lots of shade, acres of clover, fruit trees and water, all within 50 yards of the hives

If they have enough stores built up and as strong as that colony looks; they will probably have little interest in the syrup. I really miss my bees and need to get them here soon.

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Mike, with a good colony, how long does it typically take for them to fill all ten frames, and then at what point do you add another box on top?

[histopicker]

Jun 12, 2015 21:41:02 GMT -5 @charder said:

Mike, with a good colony, how long does it typically take for them to fill all ten frames, and then at what point do you add another box on top?

There are many variables as to how long. I would add another box when they have filled 7 frames. They really don't seem to like the outside frames and if you wait to long they will swarm again.