Glenn’s Honey Bees

09/06/2026

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If your spouse asks how much you have invested in beekeeping, remember the answer is:
Less than I would have spent on golf.

Do not under any circumstances say less than you spend on Amazon and Pinterest. That is NOT the correct answer.

I'm just here trying to keep Y'all safe

Y'all BEEKEEPING It Real

08/06/2026

And, it’s better for you…

01/06/2026

22/05/2026

🐝 Tiny wings, deadly stings — nature’s warriors in ultra detail.
From the fearless Honeybee to the terrifying Hornet, every stinger tells a survival story. ⚡🔥
Beauty, danger, and power — all hidden inside these incredible insects.

17/04/2026

With 5 yellow-legged Asian hornet sightings in England already this year here is what to look out for.
Please report any sightings using the Asian Hornet Watch app

15/04/2026

Honey bee swarms - What to do?
Swarming is a natural process of honey bees.
Beekeepers may be able to help collect swarms.
Please check our website to correctly identify honey bees (beekeepers are not able to remove other species or bees in buildings).
https://www.bbka.org.uk/Pages/Category/swarm-removal
If honey bees contact local swarm collectors by using the website map.

13/04/2026

🚨 STOP SCROLLING — THIS AFFECTS YOU 🚨
Every fruit you eat, every vegetable you cook, every meal you depend on—
has a silent contributor behind it… 🐝
Bees don’t just make honey,
they keep our entire food system alive.
But today—
🌍 Bees are rapidly disappearing around the world
🌿 Pesticides, pollution, and deforestation—
we are destroying their world ourselves
Just imagine…
What if one day bees no longer exist?
❌ Fruits will disappear
❌ Crops will decline
❌ Food shortages will begin
👉 No Bees = No Food
There is still time to change—
🌼 Plant more flowers
🚫 Reduce toxic sprays
💚 Protect nature
Because…
Saving bees today means saving your food tomorrow.

06/03/2026

Before you toss that used tea bag, here's something that surprised me: it's actually packed with nutrients your plants need. Those soggy bags contain nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium that release slowly as they break down, plus they hold moisture like tiny underground reservoirs. Your struggling houseplants or garden beds might just need the remnants from your morning cup of tea. [ttQZh]

06/03/2026

If you want a thriving garden, invite the pollinators in. Herbs like lavender, sage, thyme, fennel, and catmint provide nectar-rich blooms that bees adore. Perennials such as asters and anemones extend the buffet across seasons, while annuals like zinnias and sunflowers add vibrant color and steady food sources.

Diversity is key. By planting a mix of early, mid, and late bloomers, you ensure pollinators have consistent nourishment. Avoid harsh chemicals and include shallow water sources to create a welcoming habitat.

Every bee that visits your garden helps fruits set and seeds form. By planting thoughtfully, you are not only beautifying your space but supporting an essential partnership in nature 🐝🌸

06/03/2026

🐝 A Powerful Gesture for Nature

Renowned actor Morgan Freeman quietly turned his 124-acre ranch in Mississippi into a safe haven for honeybees after learning about the global decline of pollinators. Concerned about how disappearing bees could impact ecosystems and food production, he decided to take action in a simple but meaningful way.

Around 2014, he introduced numerous beehives to his land and began filling the area with plants that bees love—flowers, trees, and natural vegetation that provide nectar throughout the year. Instead of running it like a honey business, the focus is purely on creating a healthy environment where bees can live and work naturally.

Even more remarkable, he doesn’t harvest the honey or disturb the colonies. The idea is to let the bees thrive without interference while highlighting how important these tiny creatures are to our planet.

🌼 Bees pollinate a huge portion of the food we eat, making them one of the most important species for life on Earth. Efforts like this remind us that protecting nature doesn’t always require massive projects—sometimes it starts with simply giving nature space to flourish.