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Essential Homemade Bee Drink Recipe Boost Bee Survival in 3 Easy Steps

Homemade Bee Drink

A simple and effective drink to help provide hydration and energy for bees during hot months.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 shallow dish
Course: Gardening
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 part sugar Can use brown sugar if fully dissolved.
  • 2 parts water
  • Small stones small stones To provide landing spots for bees.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix 1 part sugar with 2 parts water until dissolved.
  2. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish.
  3. Add small stones to the dish, allowing bees to land on them safely.
Serving
  1. Place the dish with the bee drink in your garden or on your patio. Make sure it is visible and easy for the bees to access.
Storage
  1. The bee drink is best served fresh. You can store any leftover mixture in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

Refresh the drink as needed, especially during hot weather. Avoid adding food coloring as it may harm the bees.