by Nicolas Geant | Aug 23, 2026 | Bee Nuc
Choosing the right queen is one of the most important decisions in beekeeping. The queen influences the colony’s productivity, temperament, population growth, and ability to cope with parasites and diseases. At Beeopic California, I primarily work with Italian VSH...
by Nicolas Geant | Aug 16, 2026 | News
August is an important transition month for beekeepers in the San Francisco Bay Area. The main spring and early-summer nectar flows are largely behind us, the landscape is becoming increasingly dry, and colonies are beginning to prepare for late summer and fall. At...
by Nicolas Geant | Apr 10, 2026 | Blooming
The tree’s blossoms are poisonous to honey bees. (DANGER FOR BEES) Blooming buckeye in Contra Costa County California: April 10,2026 May 3, 2025 May 5, 2024 May 10, 2023 May 15, 2022 May 20, 2021 Why are Buckeyes not edible for honey bees? Buckeyes, which refer...
by Nicolas Geant | Mar 29, 2026 | Blooming
Additional information: Overall rating for honeydew: 2/5 Nectar: 2/3 Pollen: 2/3 Color: Pink, violet Blooming vetch in Contra Costa County California: March 29, 2026 April 20, 2023
by Nicolas Geant | Feb 25, 2026 | Blooming, Pollination
Additional information: Overall rating for honeydew: 2/5 Nectar: 2/3 Pollen: 2/3 Color: White/Beige Blooming Cherry tree in Contra Costa County California: February 25, 2026 March 10, 2024 February 25, 2023 February 18, 2022 I’m proud to help pollinate...
