I have a hive that would not draw all 10 frames. I bought it in a 5 deep frames nuc last April. Within a couple weeks, it was over crowded. So I put them in the 10 deep box. By the end of May, They drew only 8 frames. The hive was honey bound. I put a 10 deep box on top. They filled and capped 8 frames of honey. I also found a few swarm cells. I split the hive in two. Now both of them filled out only 8 frames. Should I put them in 8 frame deep box to get ready for the winter in NW Florida? Thanks for the suggestions in advance.
What is in the 2 empty frames. If it is not empty drawn comb, you can just leave them in the 10 frame. Better yet replace the frames with foam insulation cut to the size of a frame. They should be good either way. You may need to feed in February.
Jim
2 empty foundations in each hive.
They should bee good here in Florida.