Learn how to germinate tree seeds with our comprehensive chart of stratification and scarification needs. Ideal for permaculture, homestead, and food forest growers in temperate climates.

This guide will show you how to attract, catch, and settle a swarm into a Layens hive — with tips for success and natural beekeeping alignment.

As more backyard beekeepers turn to treatment-free and natural methods, one question keeps popping up: what’s the best hive for the job? For those looking for simplicity, sustainability, and harmony with their bees, the Layens hive is quickly becoming an excellent choice.

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance vegetable that returns year after year, consider perennial leeks (Allium Ampeloprasum).