Here are some facts about bees and honey that you might be interested in…
Why buy local honey?
You know the origin of the honey. Zero air miles. Supporting local businesses. Some people believe ingesting local pollen through honey can build immunity. The bees may have collected the pollen and nectar from plants in your garden!
What is honey?
Honey is a natural sweet substance produced by bees from the nectar or secretions of plants. It is stored in honeycombs to ripen & mature, and is an energy-rich food important for bees & humans.
What is propolis?
A tough lacquer-like substance produced from plant resins. It is collected by bees from buds & seeping wounds in plants & trees.
What is propolis used for?
It is used by the bees to line the hive & block small gaps. It acts as a waterproof sealant protecting from pathogens, moisture & extreme temperatures. It is used to strengthen the structural integrity of the combs.
What is pollen?
A fine powdery substance produced by the male parts of plants and trees.
What is pollen used for?
Transported by wind, water or insects to female plant parts, enabling fertilization & seed production.
What is nectar?
A sugar rich, liquid secretion produced by plant glands to attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, birds & bats.
What is nectar used for?
It is a vital energy source for these insects & animals, rewarding them for transferring pollen. It also attracts insects like ants to protect the plant from herbivores.