Take the overwhelm out of beekeeping with a coach

Your hive is a call or email away. After you contact us we begin the process:

  • 1

    Consultation

    Every hive begins with a home visit. Our beekeeper will learn about your experience level and hopes for keeping bees. Then, we'll prepare a customized plan for you and your hive.

  • 2

    Installation

    We set up your new hive and ensure everything is safe and secure. Our beekeeper will walk you through what to expect as your hive gets started, so you feel confident and excited.

  • 3

    Customized Coaching

    From the very beginning, our expert coach walks you through caring for your hive. You will learn the information and skills needed to empower you as a beekeeper.

  • 4

    All Season Support

    You will meet with our beekeeper every two weeks from Spring to Fall, and as needed in Winter. Each time we meet, you receive individualized support for you and your hive.

Family in beekeeping suits inspecting honeycomb frames in the DMV

1 on 1 Beekeeping Coaching

Get personalized, hands-on beekeeping lessons customized for you and your hive. Suit up and learn from our expert beekeeper.

Included in Your Coaching Program

  • Full hive setup & nucleus colony delivered and installed with you
  • Personalized beekeeping coaching visits scheduled by you
  • Hands-on hive experience to become a successful beekeeper
  • Seasonal beekeeping education to help manage hives all year long
  • Data-informed disease & pest management so your hive stays healthy
  • Monthly hive health reports to monitor growth
  • 1 lb honey/month from us (for the first year)
  • Honey harvesting & jarring from your hive (for second year investment)

  • 1 Hive: 308.25/mo

    or pay annually and save $360: $3,330/year

  • 2 Hives: 462.50/mo

    or pay annually and save $600: $4,950/year

  • 3 Hives: 616.70/mo

    or pay annually and save $840: $6,660/year

Book Your FREE Hive Consultation

Reach out to us to start a conversation on your beekeeping journey.

Most Common Questions

Let's Talk Through Them!

  • Yes! Backyard beekeeping is legal across the DMV, though local ordinances vary. Some areas have specific requirements around hive placement and numbers. At Homegrown Hives, we follow local guidance to guarantee your hive is set up the right way from day one.

  • None whatsoever. Some of our most enthusiastic clients have never been close to a beehive before. Our whole service is designed for people who are starting from zero - curious, excited, and ready to learn. We bring everything and teach you everything.

  • As much or as little as you'd like. With Concierge Beekeeping, your only commitment is being present for visits if you'd like to observe. With Beekeeping Coaching, you schedule visits at a set time that works for you. Sessions will be about one hour every two weeks from spring to fall, and one hour per month in the winter. Most clients tell us they look forward to it as a highlight of their week rather than a commitment on their calendar.

  • That's exactly what your free home consultation is for. We've placed hives in a wide range of suburban DMV properties. You don't need sprawling acres of land, just a spot big enough for a filing cabinet-sized hive in your backyard. We'll assess sun exposure, water access, neighbor sightlines, and local ordinances to recommend the best placement.

  • Spring is ideal - typically April through June - when flowers are blooming and nectar is abundant. We're currently booking Spring 2026 consultations and spots fill quickly, so we recommend reaching out early to secure yours.