We Love Our Bees! Discover the Buzz at Breeden’s Orchard
Introduction
At Breeden’s Orchard in Mt. Juliet, every season brings its own magic—from apple blossoms in the spring to crisp harvest days in the fall. But behind the scenes, some of our hardest-working orchard helpers are busy year-round: our bees! These tiny pollinators play a big role in keeping our orchard thriving and our shelves stocked with fresh fruit and honey.
Why Bees Are So Important to Our Orchard
Our bees aren’t just visitors—they’re essential partners in the life of the orchard.
Pollinators in Action: Bees pollinate our peach trees, apple trees, and flower gardens, ensuring that blossoms turn into the juicy fruit you love.
Year-Round Workers: Even as our orchard trees begin their winter dormancy, the bees continue their work with the flowers lining the path to the Bee Barn. Their tireless efforts keep the orchard buzzing with life long after harvest season ends.
Simply put, without our bees, there would be no peaches, no apples, and far fewer blooms brightening the farm.
Visit the Observation Bee Barn
Want to see these fascinating pollinators up close? Stroll down the orchard’s flower path and step inside the Observation Bee Barn, where you can safely watch a hive in action.
Kids and adults alike will be captivated by:
Bees flying in and out of the hive
Worker bees tending to the colony
The incredible teamwork that keeps the hive (and orchard) alive
It’s a fun and educational stop for families, schools, and curious visitors.
From Hive to Table: Honey at the Orchard Store
After your visit to the Bee Barn, head over to the farm store, where you’ll find a sweet variety of local honey. Each jar is:
Harvested directly from hardworking bees
Packed with natural flavors unique to the blossoms they pollinate
A wholesome treat for tea, toast, or recipes
It’s more than just honey—it’s the taste of the orchard in every spoonful.
Conclusion
Our bees may be small, but their impact is enormous. They keep our orchard flourishing, our blossoms blooming, and our shelves stocked with golden jars of honey. Next time you visit Breeden’s Orchard, take a moment to walk the flower path, peek into the Observation Bee Barn, and pick up a jar of honey for your table.
Because when we say we love our bees—we mean it!
