Backyard Beekeeper by Kim Flottum
Description:
The Backyard Beekeeper by Kim Flottum is the ultimate beginner’s guide to beekeeping, offering everything you need to know to start and maintain your own hive right in your backyard or garden. This newly revised and expanded 3rd edition provides updated guidance on organic and sustainable bee practices, making it a must-have for any new or aspiring beekeeper.
From preparing your yard for bees and setting up your first hive to harvesting honey and creating delicious honey-based recipes, this book walks you through every step of the process. It also covers safe pest-control techniques, essential equipment and supplies, and modern beekeeping practices for both urban and suburban settings.
Features:
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🐝 Perfect for Beginners – A comprehensive introduction to backyard beekeeping and hive setup.
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🌻 Learn the Essentials – Covers equipment, pest management, hive care, and honey harvesting.
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📘 Comprehensive & Practical – Includes The 25 Rules of Modern Beekeeping, plus tips for success in small spaces.
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🌿 Revised & Expanded Edition – Updated with more sustainable and organic beekeeping methods.
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🍯 Includes Honey Recipes – Learn to use your harvested honey in delicious recipes.
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📏 Convenient Size – Easy-to-handle book perfect for reference in the garden or workshop.
Specifications:
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Author: Kim Flottum
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Edition: 3rd Edition (Revised & Expanded)
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Dimensions: 8.25” L x 10.19” W x 0.56” H
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Format: Paperback
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Focus: Backyard and urban beekeeping, honey harvesting, sustainable practices
Ideal For:
New and hobbyist beekeepers looking to start their first hive, learn sustainable bee care, or expand their knowledge with expert insights from one of the most trusted voices in modern beekeeping.


