Home and Hive https://www.homeandhive.com Bee Removal Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:07:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.homeandhive.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/favicon-homeandhive.png Home and Hive https://www.homeandhive.com 32 32 Why Are Bees All Over My Bushes in Dallas? (Is This a Problem?) https://www.homeandhive.com/why-are-bees-all-over-my-bushes-in-dallas-is-this-a-problem/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:07:07 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=1006355 If you’re seeing bees all over your bushes in Dallas this spring, it can definitely catch you off guard. We get calls about this every year across McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, and surrounding areas. The good news is:In most cases, this is completely normal and not something you need to treat. 🌼 Why Bees Are So...

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]]> Honeybee Swarming in Spring: What Homeowners Need to Know https://www.homeandhive.com/honeybee-swarming-in-spring-what-homeowners-need-to-know/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:53:12 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=1006302 Every spring in Texas, homeowners start noticing increased bee activity around their homes, trees, fences, and neighborhoods. In many cases, what people are seeing is not an aggressive hive but a honeybee swarm. A swarm of bees can look alarming at first, especially when thousands of bees gather in one spot. But in most cases,...

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]]> What Happens to Beehives in Winter https://www.homeandhive.com/what-happens-to-beehives-in-winter/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:00:59 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=1006297 Winter Beehives in Celina, TX: What Homeowners Need to Know When winter arrives in Celina, TX, many homeowners assume honeybees disappear or go dormant until spring. In reality, honeybees remain active inside their hives all winter long, working together to survive colder temperatures. Understanding how beehives behave during winter can help homeowners in Celina, TX...

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]]> A Beginner’s Guide to Beekeeping https://www.homeandhive.com/a-beginners-guide-to-beekeeping/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 18:14:01 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=1006274 Beekeeping has been around for centuries, but in recent years, it’s been making quite the buzz again! More and more people are getting into it—not just for the delicious honey, but also to support pollinators, help the environment, and enjoy a truly rewarding hobby. If you’re curious about starting your own hive, you’re in the...

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]]> The Fascinating Life Cycle of Honeybees https://www.homeandhive.com/the-fascinating-life-cycle-of-honeybees/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:56:46 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=1006271 Honeybees, renowned for their vital role in pollination and honey production, boast a captivating life cycle that unfolds in a series of remarkable stages. From the humble egg to the industrious worker or future queen, each phase of a honeybee’s life is a testament to nature’s intricacy and the marvels of social organization within a...

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]]> Understanding the Roles of Bees in a Hive: A Symphony of Cooperation https://www.homeandhive.com/understanding-the-roles-of-bees-in-a-hive-a-symphony-of-cooperation/ Wed, 04 Dec 2024 19:29:21 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=1006264 Bees are often revered for their industriousness and their importance to the environment. They’re essential pollinators, playing a crucial role in the growth of many plants, including those that produce fruits, vegetables, and nuts. However, beyond their vital role in pollination, bees are also fascinating creatures with highly specialized roles within their hives. Every bee...

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]]> What Honeybees Do During the Winter: A Unique Survival Strategy https://www.homeandhive.com/what-honeybees-do-during-the-winter-a-unique-survival-strategy/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:30:26 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=1006258 When the temperature drops and winter settles in, most creatures enter a state of hibernation or migrate to warmer climates. However, honeybees (Apis mellifera) are a remarkable exception. These small, industrious insects don’t migrate to warmer locales or sleep the cold months away. Instead, they employ an array of strategies to survive the harsh winter...

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]]> The Science Behind Bee Behavior and Nest Building https://www.homeandhive.com/the-science-behind-bee-behavior-and-nest-building/ Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:13:00 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=5916 Bees are incredible creatures that play an essential role in pollinating plants and crops. Beyond that, they also exhibit fascinating behaviors in the way they build their nests and colonies. In this blog post, we’ll explore the science behind bee behavior and nest building. First, let’s talk about the different types of bees. There are...

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]]> The Dangers of DIY Bee Removal Attempts https://www.homeandhive.com/the-dangers-of-diy-bee-removal-attempts/ Wed, 10 May 2023 17:48:00 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=5910 Bees are an essential part of our ecosystem, playing a critical role in pollinating crops and producing honey. However, when bees decide to take up residence in or near our homes, it can be a major problem. While many people attempt to remove bees themselves, DIY bee removal can be extremely dangerous and should never...

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]]> How to Identify Different Types of Bees https://www.homeandhive.com/how-to-identify-different-types-of-bees/ Wed, 12 Apr 2023 15:55:00 +0000 https://www.homeandhive.com/?p=5898 Bees are a crucial part of our ecosystem, playing a critical role in pollinating plants and producing honey. However, not all bees are created equal, and there are many different types of bees that you may come across. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to identify different types of bees, their behaviors, and where...

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