Moorland, heather and bees
by David R C, 17 September, 2016, 2 comments
What’s so special about heather moorland to beekeepers? Heather is a small plant known scientifically as Calluna vulgaris, or more commonly ling heather. As the beekeeping season is winding down elsewhere, the small purple flowers that are a characteristic feature of moorland’s stunning scenery are just opening. The nectar they produce results in a highly sought after and delicious honey, making it worth all the hard work (both on the part of the bees and the beekeeper) that goes into producing it. Read more...
