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Post by grungy on Jan 28, 2009 2:25:56 GMT -5
Next question = How many super max would you start with if you were using the smaller sized supers?
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Post by cff on Jan 28, 2009 19:09:30 GMT -5
The first year I would start a new hive with one super; adding one every time the bees fill a super to about 75% capacity. Limiting the excessive space eliminates having more space than the bees can protect. In the second year on a well established hive you could add two at a time in the spring and early summer if you have a good nectar flow - I generally apply the 75% rule of thumb during hive inspections to determine the need for an additional super. Next question = How many super max would you start with if you were using the smaller sized supers? |
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