In June in Pueblo, Colorado, beekeepers must manage peak honey flow, provide reliable water sources as temperatures climb, and actively monitor for Varroa mites and swarms.
Essential June Tasks
- Add Honey Supers: Inspect strong colonies every 7 to 10 days and add honey supers proactively before the brood nest gets overcrowded.
- Provide Water: Hot, dry Colorado summers mean bees need a steady, dedicated water source nearby so they do not cluster around neighbor pools or dry up. Add stones or corks to your water station to keep bees from drowning.
- Monitor Varroa Mites: Mite populations grow fast alongside brood numbers. Perform an alcohol wash or sugar shake to keep infestation levels under control before they spike later in the summer.
- Watch for Swarms: Even though peak swarm season starts tapering off by late June, congested colonies can still cast swarms. Keep an eye out for queen cells during weekly checks. If you spot a swarm or need guidance, reach out to local resources via the Pueblo County Beekeepers Association.
- Local Regulations: Remember that Pueblo city limits restrict properties to a maximum of two honeybee hives.
Here is a helpful video overview of what to focus on during your June hive inspections and management routines:
1m – Beekeeping: June Is Here… What Should You Be Doing Now?
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YouTube · David Burns
YouTube · David Burns