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Killer Bees Honey 2025 Smoky Mountain Wildflower honey underwent comprehensive lab testing at ALS Analytica Labs in New Zealand, and the results were exceptional—placing it among the top 1–2% of honey worldwide.
A mild spring with early nectar flows has lead to strong hives in our apiaries while we try to keep the hard-working hive girls from swarming.
Tulip poplar trees (Liriodendron tulipifera), aka the fiddle tree or American tulip tree in The South, are a favorite among honey bees. They thrive in poor soils and produce a prodigious amount of nectar in the spring, making them a one-stop shop for busy honey bees.
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Wildflower honey is a reflection of its botanical and geographical origin, and usually comes from a variety of sources. Typical wildflower honey contains pollen markers from 50 - 200+ different sources, and these sources vary from year to year.
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Tulip Poplar trees, also known as the fiddle tree or yellow poplar, are a majestic hardwood which dominates Appalachia. Nectar from their spectacular, tulip-shaped flowers results in a dark amber honey with deep, robust flavor.
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