The Different Ways of Keeping Bees
One nice thing about raising honey bees is that they can be raised anywhere. They don’t always need to be close to flowering plants but don’t keep them are as well. They can travel to get flowers. A quiet site is good for bee hives, which is also sheltered and shaded. You should not put them in cold spots, damp air accumulates in wintertime.
Take note of your neighbors
Make sure you are considerate of your neighbors because they will complain if given a chance. The bee hives should not be on playing grounds, cross sidewalks, or basic public areas. In dry weather, bees may collect water at neighbors’ swimming pools or other water outlets. You should make sure you provide a water source for your bees such as a container with floating wood or Styrofoam chips. Floating objects will prevent bees from drowning.
City Slicker bees
Many beekeepers keep bee hives in their own back yards. Some people keep bees on city roof-tops. Bees can travel several miles to collect nectar and pollen, so they do not need flowering plants close by although, it is preferable. Most suburban areas have plenty of flowers, which allows bees to make good honey.
City beekeepers must take special care their bees do not become a nuisance to neighbors, or even appear to be a problem. A good neighborly relation is what we all want!
Bee stings are always your neighbors’ biggest concern. Usually, beekeepers can care for their beehives to make sure neighbors to feel safe and comfortable in their own backyards.
Protective Fencing
You should provide protection with a fence. A Fence is very important for most backyard beekeepers. A 6 ft. high fence or shrubs can serve several purposes.
It forces the flight path of the bees above people’s heads. Bees normally travel in a straight path to their hive, so their flight path is raised by the fence. A fence reduces the chance of a bee colliding with someone.
Privacy is also needed by bees
If you create an “out of sight – out of mind” situation, you will benefit from it and so will your bees. Some people will always be overly concerned about bees in the neighborhood. The high fence will eliminate most evidence that your hives are being managed in the neighborhood. A high fence will provide extra wind protection to the hives.