Product Overview
Where To Buy Live 5 Frame Mississippi Raised Italian Honey Bee Nuc - Clarkson KY Pickup Only
These are healthy 5 frame nucs with eggs, larvae and capped brood along with several drawn out frames. No need to bring your own boxes - just come and pick them up! These nucs are for pick up in Clarkson KY only!
Key Features
When choosing honey bees for your colony, consider the following key attributes of the Italian species:
- They are highly resistant to Varroa mites, which are a common pest that can cause significant damage to bee colonies.
- Italian honey bees are known for their gentle temperament, which makes them easier to handle and work with, even for novice beekeepers.
- They are an efficient breed that is capable of collecting large amounts of nectar and producing high-quality honey.
- These bees are also known for their hardiness and are capable of surviving in harsh weather conditions, making them adaptable to a range of climates.
- They are highly hygienic and will remove any diseased or dead brood from the hive, which helps to reduce the spread of disease within the colony.
See our installation guide here to help get your new honey bee colony settled in.
Nucleus Colonies Pickup Information
Our honey bee nucs are available while supplies last.
Estimated pickup date: April 18, 2026. You will be contacted to schedule an exact pickup time.
By purchasing these bees, either online, by phone, via email, in person, or by mail, you are agreeing to the bee policy. Honey bee nuc orders need to be prepaid and are subject to a $10 change or cancellation fee after the payment has been processed. Cancellations within 14 days of the bee's estimated pick up date will incur a 50% cancellation fee. No cancellations or changes can be made within 7 days of the scheduled pick up date.
All changes or cancellations must be submitted by email ONLY to [email protected].
