I've spotted three azalea plants within a close distance from where my hives will be. Is this a serious problem?
I have several azaleas on my property, a few natives and a few non-natives, and we also have tons of rhododendron. I don't have any issues with the honey bees working the azaleas or the rhododendrons. They usually leave them alone unless we are in a really strong dearth. The native bees LOVE the azaleas though. I've seen carpenters, bumbles, masons, and sweat bees all working them.
If in Doubt give a jar of Honey to your Mother in Law.
Charles,
I have several large azalea bushes on my property with as many 30 hives at times. I have never seen a honey bee on azaleas.
Jim Altmiller
NO
LMAO @worrywort. Thank you all. If you Google the issue it looks dire. But I've yet to hear a beekeeper express concern
Excited to get started in the spring. I'll be here often. You guys are great for information.
Quote from: sawdstmakr on October 15, 2020, 08:18:21 PM
Charles,
I have several large azalea bushes on my property with as many 30 hives at times. I have never seen a honey bee on azaleas.
Jim Altmiller
Same here. Azaleas 🌺 everywhere many colors, no problem. I have never seen a bee 🐝 on one.