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Bee Yard Location

The ideal location for your apiary would be as follows:

Away from areas subjected to pesticides, etc.
Close to a fresh water source or means of providing fresh water (not the neighbour's pool or bird bath).
Easy access for the beekeeper, if possible with easy vehicle access.
Near food sources throughout the changing season:
for example, the area should have access for the bees in spring to pussy willows, alder bushes, maples, bilberry bushes and wild cherry trees; early summer dandelions, strawberries, apples, clovers into summer with wildflowers and vetches; then in late summer comes the goldenrod and asters. A good mix of these nectar/pollen yielding blooms should ensure a healthy productive colony of bees.
On the upper sides of slopes to improve air drainage away from hives.
Away from heavy tree canopy.
Away from wet bottomland.
In open fields with protective cover from the prevailing winds and noontime summer shade.
With entrances oriented to the south or east-south-east.
Not overlooking or with main flight lines crossing public thoroughfares or footpaths.
With entrances clear of weeds and other obstructions.