In the Garden: Western Mountains and High Plains Despite the
cold, honeybees stay warm in their hives until warm, sunny
weather returns. The Life of Honeybees Springtime in the Rockies
has been a roller coaster. In my last report I noted that the
apricot trees where in full bloom, but the cold weather returned
last week, and a killing frost dampened my thoughts for a
bountiful fruit crop. Welcome to spring. The worry over the late
freeze is not the only concern for gardeners who are wondering
whether the fruit blossoms will set fruit. Apples and pears will
soon be in bloom and it will be up to the honeybees to help
these trees set fruit. Will there be enough honeybees around to
pollinate the next batch of blooming fruit trees? Luckily for
me, the honeybees are back from working in California and now
ready to work the orchards, vegetable gardens, and alfalfa and
hay fields in our area. It's always a welcome sight to see the
beekeeper and visit about the importance of honeybees. Oh, what
a life for a honeybee!