OHB Italian Package Bees - USPS
$185.00
📅 Seasonal Availability: Ships late March–mid-May only (products stay visible off-season for reference).
Italian bees are our most requested line—selected for honey production, gentle temperament, reliable brood rearing, and overwintering resilience. Our breeder program integrates hygienic traits (e.g., VSH) for modern survivability.
What You Get
- ~3 lbs of healthy bees
- 1 mated, marked Italian queen
- 1 feed can for transit
- USPS Priority Mail Hold for Pickup at your designated Post Office (bring ID)
Why Italian
- Proven producers: strong honey and brood performance.
- Friendly handling: consistently gentle, good for new beekeepers.
- Hygienic focus: breeder selection includes mite-resistant traits.
Shipping & Pickup (USPS)
Ships Hold for Pickup to your Post Office (not home delivery). Pick up promptly when tracking shows Available for Pickup or your Post Office calls.
Quick FAQ
- Where do I pick up? Your designated USPS Post Office (Hold for Pickup).
- Tracking looks “stuck”? Scans can be intermittent; it often jumps to Available for Pickup.
- Issue on arrival? Photograph and contact us within 24 hours—our live-arrival policy covers you.
See the full USPS Direct Packages FAQ.