I have a question about how good horizontal hives are in very hot climates.
My limited experience is only with vertical hives, where the honey super provides some sort of buffer in extreme heat for the brood below.
I like my lids insulated and will of course insulate the horizontal hive lid when I make one.
Not having honey frames above the brood, is it a disadvantage worth considering in very hot climates with horizontal hives? I do get occasional heatwaves, which will be increasing in frequency, of several days over 40degC (105F)
My limited experience is only with vertical hives, where the honey super provides some sort of buffer in extreme heat for the brood below.
I like my lids insulated and will of course insulate the horizontal hive lid when I make one.
Not having honey frames above the brood, is it a disadvantage worth considering in very hot climates with horizontal hives? I do get occasional heatwaves, which will be increasing in frequency, of several days over 40degC (105F)