Nucleus Hive - Nucs
Five Frame Overwintered Bee Nucleus (NUC) Includes:
- A laying queen, accepted by the hive.
- A Carniolan-Buckfast hybrid queen.
- Three frames with brood.
- Two frames with honey, pollen, and bees.
Pickup Details:
Nucs will be ready for pickup in early to mid-April. The exact date may fluctuate slightly depending on the weather.
We will contact you to schedule a specific pickup time once the date is confirmed.
Pricing & Deposit:
- Total Price: $230 ($220 per nuc + $10 per box deposit)
- Box Deposit: $10 (refundable upon return of the box - The box must not be broken or damaged)
Pickup Locations:
- Middlesex County, Jamesburg, NJ 08831
- Richmond County, Staten Island, NY 10306
- Suffolk County, Brookhaven, NY 11719
At the time of ordering, choose SI, NY for pickup and include notes with your preferred location.
Ordering & Cancellation Policy:
- Nuc orders must be prepaid.
- A $15 fee per nuc applies for any changes or cancellations made before March 25, 2025.
- No changes or cancellations can be made after March 25, 2025.
Boost your garden’s productivity with our bees! 🐝🌿
Our Nucs for PICK UP ONLY!
‼️ OUR NUCS CANNOT BE SHIPPED! ‼️
Get a head start on your beekeeping with our five-frame nucleus colonies (nucs).
📅 Pickup Date: Early to mid-April (subject to slight changes due to weather).
📍 Pickup Locations:
- Middlesex County, Jamesburg, NJ 08831
- Richmond County, Staten Island, NY 10306
- Suffolk County, Brookhaven, NY 11719
At the time of ordering, choose SI, NY for pickup and include notes with your preferred location.
🔹 Important Information:
- PICKUP ONLY – We do not offer shipping.
- Nucs are packed in ventilated "Pro Nuc" travel boxes designed for safe transport.
- A $10 box deposit is required and will be refunded upon return of the box included in $230.
- Inspect your nucs at pickup – we are not responsible for them after they leave our location.
‼️ OUR NUCS CANNOT BE SHIPPED! ‼️
Order in advance to secure your nucs! 🐝🌿
Nuc Box is $10
You will need to return the box in good condition to receive your $10 deposit refund. The box must not be broken or damaged.
Price Breakdown:
- Total: $230
- $220 for the NUC
- $10 box deposit (refundable upon return in good condition)
- Total: $230
Caged Queen
There is a choice to have your Queen caged or cageless.