Beginner Beekeeping Questions

Why are the bees on the front of my hive? Bearding?

Bearding is when bees make space inside the hive by

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Sep 02, 2020

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How do I harvest honeycomb from the roof or from timber frames?

Sometimes when there is a strong nectar flow, bees will

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Sep 02, 2020

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What bee suit size should I choose?

Bee suits are designed to be worn slightly baggy over

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Sep 02, 2020

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New to beekeeping? Start here.

For those new to beekeeping, getting set up with a

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Jul 23, 2020

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How much space do I need for a Flow Hive?

Flow Hives are kept in a variety of locations – from

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Jul 23, 2020

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How much does a Flow beehive cost?

The cost of a Flow Hive starts at $499 USD

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Jul 16, 2020

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What is a Flow Hive?

A Flow Hive is our term for a standard beehive

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Jul 16, 2020

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Fake Flow Hives

Why choose a genuine Flow HiveOn the coattails of all

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Jul 06, 2020

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Do I need an entrance reducer?

Whether or not you use an entrance reducer is a

Flow Hive ADMIN

Jun 16, 2020

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Won’t water come in the entrance of my Flow Hive 2 or 2+?

The Flow Hive 2 and 2+ are designed with inbuilt

Flow Hive ADMIN

Jun 16, 2020

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Where to locate your Flow Hive

It is important to consider the location of your new

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Jun 16, 2020

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If I get a Flow Hive, does that mean I never have to open up the hive?

All Flow Hives need to be opened for inspection, just

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Jun 12, 2020

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What if I am allergic to bees? Can I still use a Flow Hive?

If you have a life-threatening allergy to bees, we recommend

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Jun 12, 2020

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Do bees in a Flow Hive still sting people?

Yes. The Flow Hive reduces hive disturbance and the risk

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Jun 12, 2020

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How do I get bees?

The four most common ways to get bees and start

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Jun 12, 2020

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If I haven’t kept bees before should I get a Flow Hive?

Yes, beekeeping is a wonderful learning experience! The Flow Hive

Flow Hive ADMIN

Jun 12, 2020

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Do I need a license to keep bees?

The need to obtain a license to keep bees will

Flow Hive ADMIN

Jun 12, 2020

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Do I need to register my hive?

In most regions, it’s necessary to register your hive.

Flow Hive ADMIN

Jun 12, 2020

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Does Flow work with Australian native bees?

No, you can’t use Flow Frames with an Australian

Flow Hive ADMIN

Jun 12, 2020

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Do I need to smoke the hive?

Although you should not need to smoke the hive when

Flow Hive ADMIN

Jun 12, 2020

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