{"product_id":"honey-b-healthy-original-16-oz-beehive-feeding-stimulant-with-essential-oils","title":"Honey B Healthy Original 16 oz - Beehive Feeding Stimulant with Essential Oils","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoney B Healthy Original 16 oz is a non-GMO emulsion that blends essential oils with a safe feeding stimulant. When nectar is scarce—in late winter, early spring, or fall dearths—it may help support the vitality and feeding readiness of your hives. The product is designed for use across seasons and can be mixed into feeding solutions, sprayed to calm bees, or applied to new foundation to encourage drawing of comb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits and what it can do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-GMO emulsion enriched with essential oils tailored for beekeeping needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMay help promote healthy, vigorous hives during nectar shortages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUseful as a feeding stimulant to support packages, nucs, and swarms at build-up times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCan be sprayed to calm bees and reduce fighting when combining nucs, swarms, and colonies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplied to new wax or plastic foundation, it may encourage bees to draw out the foundation faster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-mix options allow feeding ahead of time; storage guidance helps preserve potency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor practical use, many beekeepers mix Honey B Healthy into sugar-water solutions or spray directly onto colonies. The goal is to provide a balanced, ready-to-feed option that supports colony management during challenging seasons without promising specific results. The formulation is described as versatile and cost-efficient for hobbyists and commercial keepers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use Honey B Healthy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpray method: combine 4 teaspoons of the product per quart of 1:1 sugar-water to calm bees and aid feeding during nectar dearth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrench method: apply one cup (approximately 8 oz) of the mix to the brood area, repeating every 3–4 days as needed for weak or failing colonies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeeding prep: mix ahead of time and store in a tightly sealed container; shake well before distribution to ensure essential oil evenness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFoundation and equipment: spray or treat new wax or plastic foundation to encourage drawing and reduce resistance to drawing comb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStorage and handling: use closed-type feeders when possible to minimize evaporation; avoid open barrels during rapid consumption periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoney B Healthy is presented as a practical, economical option to support hive management throughout the year. Users should follow local best practices and adapt frequencies to their specific colonies and climates. The results will vary by hive conditions, colony strength, and forage availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is Honey B Healthy Original used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A non-GMO emulsion with essential oils that can support feeding and calm interactions during hive management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I apply Honey B Healthy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use as a spray (4 tsp per quart sugar-water) or a drench (cupful near brood area); store sealed and shake before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Honey B Healthy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45738669080762,"sku":"B07QTCQ52P","price":90.61,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/honey-b-healthy-original-bottle-16oz.jpg?v=1774692480","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/honey-b-healthy-original-16-oz-beehive-feeding-stimulant-with-essential-oils","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}