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> I am planning on relocating a hive in a week or so and need to know what the
> criteria is for hive placement.  My back yard faces south but I would like to
> know is there is a dramatic need to have the hive in a full sun (getting
> direct light all day long) location or will a tree sheltered spot be as good?
>
> Also, hive door orientation?  Is south still the suggested direction?
 
The hive doesn't necessarily have to be in the direct sun all day long.
Having the hive entrance facing east will promote the earliest possible
daily activity (nectar and pollen gathering).
 
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