{"product_id":"backyard-beekeeping","title":"Backyard Beekeeping","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"149\"\u003eBackyard Beekeeping \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"152\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"178\"\u003eBy Courtenay N. Smithers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eA gentle introduction to keeping bees… and harvesting nature’s sweetest gift.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eThere’s something deeply special about tending your own hive—watching the quiet rhythm of bees at work, and tasting honey gathered from your own garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"589\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"440\"\u003eBackyard Beekeeping\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical and accessible guide for anyone curious about welcoming bees into their space, whether you’re in the suburbs or on a larger property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eWritten with clarity and care, this book offers everything you need to begin your journey into beekeeping—with a focus on healthy colonies and sustainable practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eInside you’ll learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e• The life cycle and behaviour of bees\u003cbr data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e• How to choose and set up your equipment\u003cbr data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"869\"\u003e• Where to position your hive for optimal health\u003cbr data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"920\"\u003e• How to source and establish a bee colony\u003cbr data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"965\"\u003e• Caring for your bees and supporting colony growth\u003cbr data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e• Harvesting honey and beeswax\u003cbr data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e• Managing swarms and moving hives safely\u003cbr data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e• The best nectar and pollen-rich plants for Australian and New Zealand gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eWhether you’re drawn by the idea of producing your own honey, supporting pollinators, or simply reconnecting with nature in a hands-on way, this guide offers a grounded and rewarding starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88\u003cbr data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24.0 x 18.0 x 0.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51135084921117,"sku":"backyard-beekeeping","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/1786\/8061\/files\/dc786608-backyard-beekeeping-400.jpg?v=1775794767","url":"https:\/\/thesoundtemple.com.au\/products\/backyard-beekeeping","provider":"The Sound Temple","version":"1.0","type":"link"}