First signs of Spring

As we enter March it is still early in the year but we are starting to see the first signs of Spring.

Lots of early bulbs, Snowdrops and Crocuses are popping up providing early pollen and nectar for the bees. The Honeybees are breaking cluster and starting to forage for food.

The Bumblebee Queens are starting to emerge from their winter hiding.

Bumblebee Queen have much to do at the start of the year. They have to restore their strength and then find a good place to nest. Then they will start to build their colonies.