I have always loved how beautifully Keats captures this time of year. September is a season of abundance — but there is a quiet sense of urgency running through it too. Autumn is fruitful, but fleeting and feels particularly fitting in the apiary.

There’s something rather lovely about autumn in the apiary. The flowers are fading, the bees are slowing down, and everything seems to whisper, “winter is coming…”

This guide should help you identify what you are seeing, understand when action may or may not be needed, and explain what our association can realistically help with.