Plants, animals, and people living in Coastal North Carolina are influenced by large, shallow bodies of water, called "Sounds." The Sound's daily influence can be a challenge or a gift. The word "sound" also means "in good condition; not damaged, injured, or diseased." Sound Harvest and Garden will try to reflect both those meanings, as I aim for sound vegetables, herbs, chickens, eggs, and ornamentals, all from my home by Core Sound.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Swarm and capture!
Loretta's hive swarmed! Here you see the bees clustering on the outside of the original hive, waiting for the queen to fly so they can leave with her. The other two photos are of the swarm marching up a pillowcase carpet, into the new hive, where the queen has been shaken. That is one of the most fascinating things you have ever seen. They are settled and happy, at least for now.