Beekeeper's Garden

04/11/2026

Just fulfilled our duty as citizen scientists. This winter was particularly harsh. Lost 57% of the colonies to 1) varroa, 2) freezing temperatures, 3) moisture. Interestingly, all survivors were from the previous year’s survivor stock. Here’s to good genetics! Looking forward to spring splits.

The Apiary Inspectors of America first contributed to a national survey of honey bee colony losses in 2007, during a time of uncertainty due to Colony Collapse Disorder. Since then, a version of the Survey has been organized by the Bee Informed Partnership, in collaboration with the University of Ma...

03/27/2026

Spring is finally making its debut! Thermal imager is picking up a lot more heat from the bees, and there were lots of new birdies in the garden this morning. 🐝🦆

02/21/2026

Excited to announce that our honey is now available at the Waverly Deli & Fresh Food ! This is about as local as local honey gets! While you’re there, be sure to check out their fabulous menu!

02/21/2026

So excited to announce that our honey is now available at the Waverly Deli! If you’re looking for local honey, this is about as local as it gets! While you’re there, be sure to explore their fabulous menu!

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

12/21/2025

Today marked the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here in Northeast PA, the sun rose at 7:26am and set at 4:36pm, offering nine hours, 10 minutes, and 18 seconds of daylight. Winter officially arrived...

12/20/2025

Almost and this just won’t go to sleep!

12/05/2025

Look who was out enjoying the Cold Supermoon last night. Winter Bear. Tracks all around the bee yard and on the back deck.

12/02/2025

NEW FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
Bee Brickle, 6 Oz., $8.00.
This old-fashioned buttery toffee is made with 100% pure honey—no processed sugars—and is loaded with flavor for a perfect nibble when you need to satisfy that sweet tooth. Imprinted with true-to-size honeycomb on one side, this chewy sweet treat makes a unique garnish for dessert plates. Available in three flavors: Almond, Coconut, and Sesame. Ready for gifting in an attractive black gloss candy box with gold elastic tie.

DID YOU KNOW? Honey bees are the primary pollinators for almonds, coconuts, AND sesame!

Ingredients (Almond): Honey, Butter, Toasted Almonds, Salt, Vanilla Extract.
Ingredients (Coconut): Honey, Butter, Unsweetened Coconut, Salt, Vanilla and Coconut Extract.
Ingredients (Sesame): Honey, Butter, Brown Sesame Seeds, Salt, Vanilla Extract.

To unstick brickle, lightly drop closed bag on a hard surface. Store in airtight packaging in refrigerator to maintain freshness for several months.

12/02/2025

Beekeeper’s Garden honey now available at Carbondale Farmers Market!