Why you shouldg grow buckwheat for bees?

It is susceptible to cultivate plants like flowers and herbs during the warm and productive months of summer. It is often difficult for the insects to manage as there is a surplus of forage available at this season of the year. Whereas in the autumn there is only a limited variety of flowers available for the remaining insects, one of them is honeybees. These bees pull off and survive for winter while the other stinging insects like yellow jackets and wasps die in large groups by this time of the year. Thus the honeybees depend on the autumn forage. Buckwheats are of great support for them during this season of the year.

Whether you culture bees or not here we have some fantastic facts for planting buckwheats­­­

·        Buckwheats grow faster and harvest in a short time span - They require only a month time to grow from seeds to beautiful flowers. They will serve good for honeybees and other pollinators to forge. These crops are not frost resistant but that does not matter. It will be perfect if you plant then five to six weeks before you're countries first autumn frost. As they just require a month's time to stand up you have nothing to worry about fall frost.

·        It is effortless to cultivate buckwheats - Buckwheats are absolutely perfect to grow in poor soil where most of the plants suffer to grow. They are not affected by pests or other diseases even the honeybees forage. They are simply low maintenance crop when it comes to farmers' part. They can be harvested effortlessly. All that they need is a good amount of sunlight and a proper drain. They also hold good in limited shade.

·        Buckwheats are an amazing cover crop - Every farmer knows the necessity for a cover crop. These cover crops are generally grown on bare soil to prevent soil erosion, maintain soil prosperity and serves as a source of food and shelter for all those native and helping insects. By doing so they help in maintaining biodiversity in your farm. The buckwheats not only feed the honeybees but also shelter the cold queen bees, their larvae and other creatures that will be helpful for your farm on the onset of spring.

·        They are a rich source of protein - Growing buckwheat not only supports bees during fall forage but you can consume them. Buckwheat is a rich source of gluten-free protein and a good grain substitute. They are packed with minerals and antioxidants.

·        Buckwheat yield you best honey of all time - This honey is very special dark-colored rich in antioxidants and are of great demand among honey lovers. There serve best for cough and cold and are used in homemade syrups.

Conclusion

Growing buckwheat is ideal for beekeepers and bees. They protect your soil, houses useful insects and provides a protein-rich grain substitute. Being a good gardener or not just consider planting theses buckwheats. They will benefit the honeybees and provide Hector for them during scarce.