A reissue of Beekeeping (2007). A practical and inspirational guide to keeping bees and apiaries in both rural and urban areas.
It's no shock that the beekeeping trend is steadily on the rise. These fascinating and beautiful insects can be kept anywhere, whether your garden is a large country plot or an urban rooftop terrace. What's more, there's no sting in this tale: bees are a source of delight for honey lovers, hay-fever sufferers and gardeners alike.
This charming and practical guide is intended for both the beginner and experienced beekeeper. It covers everything from setting up hives and maximising bees in the garden, to optimum honey production and a fascinating troubleshooting section. With charming illustrations throughout, you will find all you need to catch the bee buzz in this wonderful book.
By:
Andrew T Davies Imprint: National Trust Books Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 180mm,
Width: 120mm,
Spine: 14mm
Weight: 190g ISBN: 9781909881983 ISBN 10: 1909881988 Series:National Trust Home & Garden Pages: 96 Publication Date: 09 March 2017 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
Andrew Davies graduated from Wye College, the agricultural college of London University, in 1979 with a degree in Rural Environmental Studies. He was introduced to beekeeping by a pig-farming friend and has kept bees since 1991.