Swarm lure spray CHARME DES ABEILLES 500ml

When swarm season begins and scout bees start flying around your apiary, it’s time to set your traps. Losing a swarm doesn’t just mean losing bees — it means losing a queen, valuable genetics and a future harvest.

The Charme Abeilles® swarm attractant by Thomas is one of the best-known and most effective on the market. Its exclusive formula made from natural essences has been tested for decades by beekeepers all over Europe — and it still works. Its irresistible scent helps guide swarms straight into your bait hive.

Spray lightly inside a bait hive —on a few frames and around the entrance— and place the trap high up, in a stable, shaded location during the hottest hours of the day. If you have old, dark combs, place them inside to boost the chances of success.

Reapply every 7 to 10 days during swarming season. Important: avoid placing traps too close to other beekeepers’ apiaries to prevent disputes.

Pro tip: once a swarm is captured, move it to a quarantine apiary to monitor its health and apply a varroa treatment as soon as possible.

Format: 500 ml aerosol • Enough for ~15 applications • Compatible with any bait hive or empty beehive • For outdoor use only