{"product_id":"mother-lode-deep-2-gallon-feeder-set","title":"Mother Lode Deep 2-Gallon In-Hive Feeder Set with Cap-n-Ladder (9 5\/8″ × 3″)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeed two gallons of syrup in a single fill — and let your bees drink it safely. This deep in-hive feeder hangs inside your hive like a frame, with a snap-on cap and mesh ladders that keep bees out of the syrup until it's time to climb in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds approximately 2 gallons of syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces 1–2 frames in a deep hive body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes snap-on cap with built-in mesh ladders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured inner walls give bees traction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty black polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree clips included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHang the feeder between frames in your deep hive body just like a regular frame. Snap the support bars into place across the trough opening, insert the mesh ladders, and snap the cap on top. Pour syrup through the gap in the cap. Bees enter through the cap, climb down the mesh ladders, drink, and climb back out — without drowning. The cap keeps debris out and slows robbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003efull set\u003c\/strong\u003e — feeder body and cap-n-ladder both included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSized for deep hive bodies only (9 5\/8″ tall)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you only need a replacement cap-n-ladder, see our Deep 2-Gallon Cap-n-Ladder Piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro Sweet liquid feed or cane sugar for syrup making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollen substitute patties for spring buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare Deep 2-Gallon Cap-n-Ladder Piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: ~2 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9 5\/8″ × 3″ wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Black polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame replacement: 1–2 frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHive body: Deep only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit a medium or shallow hive body?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — sized for deep hive bodies only. For mediums, look at the Mother Lode Medium feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to buy the cap-n-ladder separately?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, it's included with this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often will I refill it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Depends on colony size and time of year. A strong colony in spring can drain a 2-gallon feeder in a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I leave it in over winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Most beekeepers pull liquid feeders before sustained cold weather. Bees stop taking syrup below ~50°F.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother Lode","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30600417935396,"sku":"210000001013","price":16.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/5375\/7732\/products\/8b7858bcf6c50e353482b34a04032c25.png?v=1775102168","url":"https:\/\/blythewoodbeecompany.com\/products\/mother-lode-deep-2-gallon-feeder-set","provider":"Blythewood Bee Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}