Sugar syrup question

trapperbob · May 20, 2007, 06:05:25 PM

Was just wondering how long syrup will keep in a top feeder befor needing changed.

Mici · May 20, 2007, 06:20:19 PM

until the container gets empty, no more, no less

Mici · May 20, 2007, 06:24:29 PM

seriusly, no one can't answer you if you don't say the ammount, the hive size...without info, there's no info

DavePaulson · May 20, 2007, 09:03:17 PM

I think he means til it spoils. And I'm not sure.

Dave

trapperbob · May 21, 2007, 04:04:36 PM

Thats exactally right I was just curious as to how long it would keep before spoiling so as not to hurt any bees.

Shizzell · May 21, 2007, 04:54:10 PM

sugar syrup doesn't spoil. It carmelizes. As long as the sugar isn't exposed to extreme hot/cold, don't worry about it.

Jake

KONASDAD · May 21, 2007, 05:06:02 PM

Cider vinegar and honey-b-healthy prolong shelf life.

Michael Bush · May 21, 2007, 11:44:14 PM

The stronger the syrup, the longer it keeps. 2:1 lasts far longer than 1:1. The more acidic, the longer it lasts. Some Ascorbic acid, or some vinegar makes it last longer. Essential oils make it last longer (wintergreen, lemongrass and peppermint are the only ones I've tried). A clean feeder will make it last longer. If the feeder is moldy you need to clean it with distilled vinegar.