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5 Frame Nuc of Bees
Product Code:
BEE006
$399.99
(Inc. GST)
$347.82
(Ex. GST)
(Inc. GST)
(Ex. GST)
Pre Orders Open for Spring 2026
Nuc Pick-Up & Delivery Dates for 2026/27
- September 26th – Pick-Up, September 28th – Courier (Arrives September 29th/30th) Now taking orders
- October 31st – Pick-Up, November 2nd – Courier (Arrives November 3rd/4th)
- November 28th – Pick-Up, November 30th – Courier (Arrives December 1st/2nd)
- December 12th – Pick-Up, December 14th – Courier (Arrives December 15th/16th) Final shipment for the year
Ceracell Nucleus Colony – What You Get
Each Nucleus (Nuc) Colony includes:
- 5 frames of bees
- 2 frames of brood
- 3 frames of honey and pollen stores
- A laying queen
What is a Nucleus Colony?
A Nucleus Colony (or Nuc) is a small but growing bee colony. It contains just enough bees to support a single queen as she expands the colony.
Nucs are supplied as frames only, ready to be placed into an existing (empty) hive setup. This makes them an excellent option for beginners, allowing new beekeepers to grow their confidence alongside their hive. For experienced beekeepers, Nucs offer a cost-effective way to expand hive numbers.
A Nuc is a more affordable entry point than a full 10-frame colony, but it takes longer to develop. A typical 5-frame Nuc contains around 5,000 bees, compared to 20,000–30,000 bees in a full hive.
Why Are Nucs Only Available Seasonally?
Bees follow natural seasonal cycles. During August, September, and early October, colonies are still recovering from winter.
To create Nucs, established colonies must first build strength before being split. This is why Nucs are only available from late September onwards.
Collection & Shipping Options
We offer pick-up in the North Island and nationwide shipping.
Pick-Up Locations (North to South):
- Ceracell Beekeeping Supplies – 16 Holmes Road, Manurewa, 2102
- 124b Plantation Road, Rangiriri, Waikato, 3782
Shipping:
- North & South Island delivery: $55.00 + GST per Nuc
If you are picking up, please select the appropriate option at checkout.
Have questions? Send us a message or give us a call.
Registration Number: A8772
Shipping and Returns
Pre Orders Open for Spring 2026
Nuc Pick-Up & Delivery Dates for 2026/27
- September 26th – Pick-Up, September 28th – Courier (Arrives September 29th/30th) Now taking orders
- October 31st – Pick-Up, November 2nd – Courier (Arrives November 3rd/4th)
- November 28th – Pick-Up, November 30th – Courier (Arrives December 1st/2nd)
- December 12th – Pick-Up, December 14th – Courier (Arrives December 15th/16th) Final shipment for the year
Ceracell Nucleus Colony – What You Get
Each Nucleus (Nuc) Colony includes:
- 5 frames of bees
- 2 frames of brood
- 3 frames of honey and pollen stores
- A laying queen
What is a Nucleus Colony?
A Nucleus Colony (or Nuc) is a small but growing bee colony. It contains just enough bees to support a single queen as she expands the colony.
Nucs are supplied as frames only, ready to be placed into an existing (empty) hive setup. This makes them an excellent option for beginners, allowing new beekeepers to grow their confidence alongside their hive. For experienced beekeepers, Nucs offer a cost-effective way to expand hive numbers.
A Nuc is a more affordable entry point than a full 10-frame colony, but it takes longer to develop. A typical 5-frame Nuc contains around 5,000 bees, compared to 20,000–30,000 bees in a full hive.
Why Are Nucs Only Available Seasonally?
Bees follow natural seasonal cycles. During August, September, and early October, colonies are still recovering from winter.
To create Nucs, established colonies must first build strength before being split. This is why Nucs are only available from late September onwards.
Collection & Shipping Options
We offer pick-up in the North Island and nationwide shipping.
Pick-Up Locations (North to South):
- Ceracell Beekeeping Supplies – 16 Holmes Road, Manurewa, 2102
- 124b Plantation Road, Rangiriri, Waikato, 3782
Shipping:
- North & South Island delivery: $55.00 + GST per Nuc
If you are picking up, please select the appropriate option at checkout.
Have questions? Send us a message or give us a call.
Registration Number: A8772
Customer Reviews
11 Review
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excellent
The nuc was full of bees , better than I expected.
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Excellent nuc and service
Turned up perfectly packaged and on time. More importantly, the bees are busy but calm and the queen is laying brilliantly. An extra box was needed within 10 days - perfect
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5 Frame Nuc of Bees
I bought two nuc's. One was a bit more populated than the other but both are coming on great. Nice calm busy bees. Thanks guys
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5 frame nuc of bees
Very happy with how they weee packaged and the condition of them Thanks for the great service
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5 frame Nuc
Excellent delivery service.. I received my bees within 24 hours. They are doing really well. I purchased 2 Nucs and have got 4 20kg buckets of clover and wildflower honey.
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