See Attractions The Seasons at Alyson's

Spring Means Planting and Pollinating By mid-May, the orchard is a blanket of white and pink blossoms. The fragrance of apple, plum and peach nectars entices millions of wild bees to the orchard. Because effective pollination is absolutely essential, just as the first blossoms begin to open we bring in about 75 hives to assist the native population of wild bees. Working through the night while the bees are calm, we strategically place the hives among the blossoming trees. The fate of the entire crop depends on a brief period of warm sun, windless days, and the diligence of the bees.