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This rustic-style ladybird house is ideal for attracting these beautiful insects to your garden. Made from rustic wood, it features a natural bark roof outer and nine holes at the front as entranceways. Suitable for hanging from a tree or upon a garden wall, it includes a sturdy metal hanging hook that is naturally aged. The ladybird house looks good in any garden setting and makes the perfect gift for gardeners and nature-lovers alike.

Terrific addition to the garden - we need all the ladybirds we can get!. Ruth. Leeds, GB. Wed Apr 10 2024

This handcrafted bumblebee house to encourage beneficial insects into your garden. This solitary bee and wasp house provides the ideal nesting habitat for many of the over 200 species of solitary bee found in the UK. Solitary bees hardly ever sting people. They lay their eggs in the tubes which are sealed in with a parcel of food made from either cut leaves or mud. The eggs change to larvae and then pupae which hatch out into new bees the following spring. Ideally, insect houses should be located on a South, South East or South-West facing wall, fence or tree trunk in a sheltered position close to, but not obscured by, vegetation. This insect house was designed in collaboration with the UK's leading insect charity - Buglife.

This wooden Palisade Insect Hotel Hanging Bumblebee House is a wonderful way for nature lovers to attract bugs and bees to their gardens. The insect hotel has a number of floors and chambers to attract a variety of different insects, including a large slot in the centre for butterflies to take refuge. The bee and insect house contains numerous different rooms for the insects according to their needs. It contains hollow wooden stems, loosely packed cones, and tightly packed lumps of wood, providing digger wasps, mason bees, ladybirds, and other garden insects with an authentic habitat to shelter and hibernate. It made from totally natural materials.

Already attracting the wildlife to the garden.. Terry. Woodbridge, GB. Thu Aug 15 2019

This handcrafted bumblebee house to encourage beneficial insects into your garden. The bamboo tubes provide the ideal nesting habitat for many of the over 200 species of solitary bee found in the UK. They lay their eggs in the tubes which are sealed in with a parcel of food made from either cut leaves or mud. The eggs change to larvae and then pupae which hatch out into new bees the following spring. The chamber with the slotted entrance provides shelter for moths and butterflies, many of which hibernate over winter. The pine cones provide the perfect shelter for ladybirds, the scourge of aphids. The mesh has been designed to permit access to native ladybirds only, and not the slightly larger, invasive Harlequin ladybirds which prey on our natural species. The section with blocks opens so that you can add leaf litter in the autumn, which acts as good overwinter habitat for another predator of aphids, the lacewing. Ideally, insect houses should be located in a South, South East or South-West facing location in a sheltered position close to, but not obscured by, vegetation. This insect house was designed in collaboration with the UK's leading insect charity - Buglife.

Helen. Thu Aug 19 2021

Do it yourself Insect hotel. Hammer the box itself together! Is home to various species of insects. Insects need a home, and you can help them out! You can fully craft and glue your own insect hotel. This offers insects the opportunity to hibernate and nest. Insects are useful guests in the garden. Earwigs are natural predators of aphids. Wild bees fertilize flowers. The natural habitat of many insect species is threatened by changes in their environment; an insect hotel is a way to protect them.

Excellent! My daughter loves it. Anonymous. Chesham, GB. Sun Nov 08 2020

This lovely butterfly house set, constructed from solid wood, is designed for your colourful friends! The housing has a natural wood colour and a green roof, and it will be a nice ornament as well as an excellent nesting spot for butterflies. Slots in the butterfly houses keep birds out while offering butterflies shelter from the wind and the weather. Each butterfly house has a door for cleaning, with which you can take better care of your winged friends. Equipped with a metal hanger, they are ready to be mounted in your garden. Delivery includes 4 butterfly nest boxes.

Dorothee. Leippe- Torno, DE. Mon Mar 25 2019

Butterflies are nature's pollinators & they ensure ongoing propagation, evolution & conservation of a whole host of plants. Unfortunately, over the years, many natural butterfly habitats have sadly been lost due to housing developments, new roads, etc. This attractive wooden butterfly house offers butterflies a safe place to live.

Nice product but over priced for what it is.. John. Stotfold Hitchin, GB. Mon Jun 22 2020

This handcrafted ladybird house to encourage beneficial insects into your garden. This ladybird house provides the ideal nesting habitat for many of the species of ladybirds found in the UK. Ladybirds are the gardener's friend, consuming large quantities of aphids. Can be wall-mounted or located in the ground using the integral ground spike. Ideally, insect houses should be located in a South, South East or South-West facing location in a sheltered position close to, but not obscured by, vegetation. This insect house was designed in collaboration with the UK's leading insect charity - Buglife.

Dawn. Glasgow, GB. Tue Dec 07 2021

Besides the honey bee, Europe has hundreds of other bee species. These bees are very important in the pollination of flowers and plants. Whether you have wild plants, food crops, fruit trees or ornamental plants in the garden, 80% of these rely on insects for their fruit and seed formation. Many species are endangered due to the decline in flora and nesting facilities. This bee house is equipped with bamboo straws with different diameters so that various types of wild bees can nest here. A female bee makes several cells in a bamboo straw containing an egg and some pollen and nectar for the larva. Hang this bee house in a sunny, south-facing spot.

Provide a haven for beneficial pollinators with this charming bumblebee and butterfly house . This home's unique design features a slanted roof with an extended overhang and includes a mounting peg for easy installation. This house will make a delightful addition to any outdoor space.

Made from untreated wood, this wooden house will attract a variety of bugs into the garden by offering them a place to nest. Traditionally insect habitats don't look particularly attractive or fun - this one changes that and will instantly bring a smile to a child's face, as well as stimulate their interest. Offering a nesting place for a variety of wildlife, the front panel features a hollow section that is perfect for butterflies. The top section has wooden blocks which offer a nesting place for a variety of bugs, while the bamboo sections above are ideal for mason bees and lacewings. The house can sit sturdily on the ground - alternatively, a metal hanging plate is included if you wish to wall or fence mount the habitat.

On the beautiful hot and sunny days during summer you will see butterflies everywhere. On cold days, however, they tend to keep hiding. This house is the ideal hiding place for butterflies to seek shelter in bad weather conditions. In addition, they can use the box to hibernate. To make the butterflies more comfortable, you can place a handful of twigs in the box so that the butterflies can hang onto the twigs whilst using the house. Four drainage holes in the bottom. Sides enclose the floor to prevent water coming in. Packed in a full colour gift box

This unique bee house is designed to simulate the natural nesting conditions loved by the solitary bees. The hole sizes of this habitat are precisely carved to attract non-swarming bees like the red mason bee, leafcutter bee and other solitary bees. The bee nester is constructed in durable fir wood with additional stacking trays that can be opened for checking and cleaning.

The holes for bees were ragged, not smooth. Bees can be fussy about holes which aren’t smooth.. Jude. Cheshunt Waltham Cross, GB. Fri Jul 15 2022

This handcrafted bumblebee house to encourage beneficial insects into your garden. The bamboo tubes provide the ideal nesting habitat for many of the over 200 species of solitary bee found in the UK. Solitary bees hardly ever sting people. They lay their eggs in the tubes which are sealed in with a parcel of food made from either cut leaves or mud. The eggs change to larvae and then pupae which hatch out into new bees the following spring. Ideally, insect houses should be located in a South, South East or South-West facing location in a sheltered position close to, but not obscured by, vegetation. This insect house was designed in collaboration with the UK's leading insect charity - Buglife.

Apart from being a joy to watch, ladybirds are extremely useful creatures. An adult ladybird eats about 100 aphids per day, which is a good reason to make them comfortable in your garden. The ladybird house is designed to allow ladybirds to shelter whilst keeping out other likely inhabitants or predators and ladybirds can access it easily. Ladybirds often hibernate in a group together and it is advisable to put some leaves or a corrugated carton roll inside to make them feel at home. Also, frozen ladybird larvae can be put into this house for biological control of aphids. Four drainage holes in the bottom. Sides enclose the floor to prevent water coming in. Packed in a full colour gift box

This handcrafted bumblebee house to encourage beneficial insects into your garden. The bamboo tubes provide the ideal nesting habitat for many of the over 200 species of solitary bee found in the UK. They lay their eggs in the tubes which are sealed in with a parcel of food made from either cut leaves or mud. The eggs change to larvae and then pupae which hatch out into new bees the following spring. The chamber with the slotted entrance provides shelter for moths and butterflies, many of which hibernate over winter. The pine cones provide the perfect shelter for ladybirds, the scourge of aphids. The mesh has been designed to permit access to native ladybirds only, and not the slightly larger, invasive Harlequin ladybirds which prey on our natural species. The section with blocks opens so that you can add leaf litter in the autumn, which acts as good overwinter habitat for another predator of aphids, the lacewing. Ideally, insect houses should be located in a South, South East or South-West facing location in a sheltered position close to, but not obscured by, vegetation. This insect house was designed in collaboration with the UK's leading insect charity - Buglife.

This beehouse offers the perfect nesting accommodation for several species. A female bee makes in the cardboard straw, several cells with one egg and a mixture of pollen and nectar to feed the larvae. Hang this beehouse in a sunny spot facing.

This lovely wooden butterfly house set, constructed from solid wood, is designed for your colourful friends! The housing has a natural wood colour and a green roof, and it will be a nice ornament as well as an excellent nesting spot for butterflies. Slots in the butterfly houses keep birds out while offering butterflies shelter from the wind and the weather. Each butterfly house has a door for cleaning, with which you can take better care of your winged friends. Equipped with a metal hanger, they are ready to be mounted in your garden. Delivery includes 8 butterfly houses.

Often underestimated, but welcome by every gardener. Lacewings are inconspicuous beneficial insects that protect your plants from pests in a natural way. Above all, the larvae of the lacewings eat large numbers of aphids and spider mites and are therefore also known as "aphid lions". With this large lacewing box, you can offer the hard -working animals a retreat to spend the winter in your garden. The red colour of the box magically attracts the small insects. In the interior, which is filled with wood wool, they find ideal conditions to survive the cold season. In addition, some other welcome insects, such as ladybirds, also find refuge in this insect hotel. The lacewing house can be attached to trees and house walls using the fold -out mounting strip on the back. The entrance openings on the front and bottom are also protected from wind and rain by the overlapping slats. A wire mesh inside prevents the wood wool from falling out.

This large insect hotel, constructed of weather-resistant solid wood, is designed to offer shelter or refuge to many types of insects. The housing has a natural wood colour, and it can be used as a hibernation spot in the winter and a shady resort in the summer for those lovely critters. This big insect house consists of several different sections for a wide range and diversity of insects, including a slot in the center for butterflies. Natural pine cones, hollow bamboo stems, and wood shavings are used to recreate a real natural habitat, and to attract different species. Delivery includes 1 x large insect hotel.

Alles ok (könnte ein wenig sorgfältiger bearbeitet werden, hat aber auf die Funktion keinen Einfluss). Rolf. Coesfeld, DE. Wed May 13 2020

Bumblebees are known to be peaceful and hard -working beneficial insects in the garden. Since they start pollinating ornamental and useful plants very early in the year, their work is particularly valuable for any gardener. From around March onwards, it is worth setting up the bumblebee nesting box outside so that the animals can start working. It is protected from rain and snow by red bitumen roofing felt. The feet of the bumblebee box also prevent the interior from cooling down above the ground and preventing moisture from damaging the nesting aid. In addition, the nesting box has a wax moth flap that protects the bumblebee nest from the pests. Further features of the nesting box are a lockable entrance with a running tube, a hinged roof and air holes on the side. The preparation for the successful settling of a bumblebee colony is very easy, as the bumblebee box is pre -assembled and natural sheep's wool is included as filling material. Since the annual bumblebee colonies die in autumn, the bumblebee box should be stored dry in winter and the filling material replaced so that it can be populated again next spring.

The insect hotel offers you the opportunity to settle many different wild bees directly in your garden. Against the background of changing landscapes with fewer and fewer natural nesting sites and the associated reduction in insect diversity, you can make a valuable contribution to nature conservation. In addition, your garden also benefits from the small inhabitants of the nesting aid, which excel at pollinating your plants and controlling pests. The reed stalks and the shatterproof paper tubes are perfect as a nesting aid for a variety of wild bees. The elaborate design makes the bee nesting aid a real focal point in your garden. The insect hotel is made of sturdy pine wood from FSC®-certified forestry and is very easy to set up. European production is done by hand with a focus on the best quality workmanship.

The insect hotel "Monschau" offers you the possibility to settle many different wild bees directly in your garden. Against the background of changing landscapes with fewer and fewer natural nesting sites and the associated reduction in insect diversity, you can make a valuable contribution to nature conservation. In addition, your garden also benefits from the small inhabitants of the nesting aid, which excel at pollinating your plants and controlling pests. The reed stalks, pre -drilled nesting holes and the paper tubes are perfect as a nesting aid for a variety of wild bees. The elaborate design, which is modeled on a classic half-timbered house, makes the bee nesting aid a real focal point in your garden. The insect hotel is made of robust red beech wood from FSC®-certified forestry and is very easy to set up. European production is done by hand with a focus on the best quality workmanship. The external dimensions of the insect hotel are approx. 37.5cm L x 15cm W x 38.5cm H.

Be bug friendly with this excellent compactInsect Cottage Hanging/Free Standing House. Made from solid pine wood it has many different environments to tempt a myriad of different insects to choose your garden to set up home, or just to have a rest. A variety of sizes of tubes and holes for solitary bees - one of the best pollinators - and wasps. Vertical slot for butterflies (add diagonal twigs to this for them to hang). Horizontal slots for ladybirds and lacewings. Bark and wood shavings are ideal for ladybirds, earwigs, and ants. Can be hung on a wall or fence or be free-standing.

It was very well made and it was a perfect gift. Lynn. Wakefield, GB. Sat Feb 08 2020

The first and original ladybird tower was designed by us and much-copied ever since. Beware of facsimiles that don’t even have the hollow central core for the ladybirds to shelter in our ladybird towers ladybirds and other beneficial insects are made from naturally air-dried FSC-certified timber logs and the appearance may vary. Each tower is cleverly constructed to provide a hollow central chamber filled with straw to provide insulation and security for beneficial insects. Access to the central chamber is provided by paths drilled through the sides of the log. The central chamber is protected by the apex roof. The ladybird tower comes with a ground pole (fixed at the rear for transport). This allows the ladybird tower to be sited into lawns, sheltered flower beds, wooded glades, or even in planters. To encourage occupation of the tower by ladybirds you can smear ladybird food on the entrance holes. The slow-seasoned naturally durable timbers require no chemical preservatives that might deter the occupation of your ladybird tower.

It's just what I need I don't have a garden just a small balcony as I love wildlife I'm am doing my best to encourage them a safe haven this beautifully made ladybird house fits the purpose brilliant. Suzanne. London, GB. Fri Jul 09 2021

Made from untreated wood, this wooden house is perfect for attracting beloved bees to your garden. It's no secret that the bee population is in decline, so it's important that we do our bit to offer shelter and support where we can. This house can be positioned on the ground, against a wall or hung in place with the bracket (supplied). The hive can be taken apart to clean in between the slats and the roof has a stainless steel plate to keep it water-resistant. This rustic style ladybird hotel is ideal for attracting these beautiful insects to your garden. Made from rustic wood, it features a natural bark roof outer and holes in the front as entranceways. Suitable for hanging from a tree or upon a garden wall, it includes a sturdy metal hanging hook that is naturally aged.

Nice bee house. Joanna. Doncaster, GB. Thu Apr 06 2023

This insect hotel is a perfect environment to attract and provide shelter to insects of all shapes and sizes. It is made from wood and almost looks like a little home. It has many gaps and access points for insects and once get inside the insects are treated to a couple of acorns to keep them coming back. The hotel comes with a hook at the back for hanging. It is perfect for beginners who are interested in wildlife and nature.

Perfect little bug house! My little boy has loved this in the garden!. Georgia. Chesterfield, GB. Wed Jun 10 2020

This ladybird house has lots of different textures, crevices and hollows making it a multi-species home. You may attract ladybirds, lacewings, solitary bees and possibly over-wintering butterflies too

nettes Häuschen . Gabriele. DE. Sat May 16 2020

The ladybird house is designed as a safe retreat for beneficial insects. By encouraging natural predators into your garden you can avoid the use of garden chemicals and be kind to the natural world.

Lovely little house, we managed to get ladybirds and food to go in it. My granddaughter loves it as very into ladybirds at present. Good quality and value. Susan. Snodland, GB. Tue May 12 2020

Part of charming new barn range, this pretty bumblebee house provides a safe home for all types of friendly solitary bees in your garden. Produced from sustainably managed, FSC-certified wood, with a recycled second-life plastic frontage, this bumblebee house comes in an attractive gift box and is easy to put up and care for. The bumblebee house is designed to attract, not only solitary bees but also many other species of pollinators and insects to take shelter and create their homes in the various sections. Many other pollinators may nest in the bee barn but they will require some nesting material to be added to the lower compartment as they often like to adopt ready-made nests from other creatures, such as birds. The recycled plastic door swivels, allowing access to this compartment. For best success please hang your bumblebee house on a south or south-east facing the wall, to receive the morning sun.

Perfect. Alison. Torquay, GB. Thu May 09 2024

This rustic-style insect and bee house is ideal for attracting solitary bees, ladybirds, and other beneficial insects such as lacewings to your garden. These invertebrates provide the vital role of pollination in your garden and are great at predator control, munching through aphids, and the like. Handcrafted from rustic wood, it features a natural bark roof outer, holes drilled as nesting burrows for insects, and wooden tubes to suit solitary bees such as the red mason bee and leafcutter bee. Suitable for hanging from a tree or high up on a garden wall, it includes a sturdy metal hanging hook that is naturally aged. The ideal height is between ground level, preferably facing southeast. The bee and bughouse look good in any garden setting and make the perfect gift for gardeners and nature-lovers alike. An ideal educational project for children, this cute bee and bug hotel also makes a lovely gift for wildlife enthusiasts.

I brought it as a present a d she loved it. Tracey. Amersham, GB. Sat Apr 01 2023

Most species of bees are solitary in nature and do not form hives and colonies like honeybees. Likewise, many insects prefer to find solace in old cavities in plant stems or underground. These bees, insects and other wildlife are extremely important to the habitat and garden, providing important services like pollination. The bee and insect hotel range provides safety, shelter and habitat for a full range of bees, insects and other small wildlife including spiders.

Most species of bees are solitary in nature and do not form hives and colonies like honeybees. Likewise, many insects prefer to find solace in old cavities in plant stems or underground. These bees, insects and other wildlife are extremely important to the habitat and garden, providing important services like pollination. The bee and insect hotel range provides safety, shelter and habitat for a full range of bees, insects and other small wildlife including spiders.

The gift of connects you to the natural world of pollinating bees. Just hang the bee barrel in your garden & watch as the empty canes get filled up with ‘baby bees’ during the Summer months. Then next Spring marvel as the next generation of adult bees emerges to continue the cycle of life. Attracting solitary bees to the garden is not only safe but beneficial to the pollination of flowers, fruit and vegetables. Solitary bees are born pollinators! The hole sizes of this bee barrel are perfect for non-swarming bees like the Red Mason Bee, Leafcutter Bee and other solitary bees. These friendly bees are industrious and safe around children and pets as they are unlikely to sting.

Very good quality and looks very nice!! Lovely decoration in my garden - just waiting for bees to make it their home ). Sylwia. Bristol, GB. Sat May 30 2020

Create shelter for butterflies, moths, and lacewings with this lovely hanging butterfly house. This house is best positioned near nectar-rich flowers, which will provide a vital food source for any resident. An access hole at the rear of the house allows for cleaning. Wooden framed with woven bamboo binding, the fascia of the butterfly habitat is finished in a charming french grey colour. Each shelter is fitted with a metal hanging loop, so they're ready to go out of the box.

Our natural wood bug hotel attracts all kinds of garden insects, keeping them safe and warm throughout the seasons. A hotel is a vital part of the ecosystem and each insect has its own special requirements when finding a safe place to live, which is why our insect home is the perfect choice for you. The hotel is a suitable home for all kinds of minibeasts, ladybirds, bees, spiders, and woodlice with its natural wood and firm posture. This readymade bug hotel is a safe space for invertebrates to shelter, hibernate, lay their eggs, raise their young and seek refuge from predators. You can hang this from a nail or screw or stand this on a flat surface away from strong winds to ensure this stays in an upright position.

Bobby’s bug box is a small functional habitat specifically designed for children. It has canes and drilled holes to provide homes for different garden bugs and pollinators. The bug box provides overwintering habitat for insects like ladybirds. Ladybirds are the gardeners’ friends and eat aphids. Additionally, it is a home for the young of gentle solitary bees who are wonderful garden pollinators. Hang your bug box using the metal loop and observe who comes to stay? Bobby’s bug box comes in a gift box. Also included is a magnifying glass and activity book all about bugs. It makes an ideal present for budding conservationists! Made using sustainable FSC certified timber from carefully managed forests.

This insect and bee house is ideal for attracting solitary bees, ladybirds, and other beneficial insects such as lacewings to your garden. These invertebrates provide the vital role of pollination in your garden and are great at predator control, munching through aphids, and the like. Wooden framed with woven bamboo binding, packed with natural bamboo cane sections. Each shelter is fitted with a metal hanging loop, so they're ready to go out of the box. The ideal height is between ground level, preferably facing southeast. The bee and bughouse look good in any garden setting and makes the perfect gift for gardeners and nature-lovers alike. An ideal educational project for children, this cute bee and bug hotel also makes a lovely gift for wildlife enthusiasts.

This fun wooden fort Habitat will attract a variety of bugs into the garden by offering them a place to nest. Traditionally insect habitats don't look particularly attractive or fun - this fort changes that and will instantly bring a smile to a child's face, as well as stimulating their interest. Each part of the fort has parts designed for different bugs. The turrets on the sides have holes drilled into them offering a nesting place for ladybirds, the front panels have crosses in the front and cover a hollow section which is perfect for butterflies. The central 'portcullis' section has wooden blocks which offer a nesting place for a variety of bugs, while the bamboo sections above are ideal for mason bees and lacewings. Measuring 32cm x 34cm and 9cm deep, the castle comes with 2 hanging hooks and a flat base, and can be either hung from a wall or fence, or placed on the ground on its flat base

This handcrafted bumblebee house encourages beneficial insects into your garden. The bamboo tubes provide the ideal nesting habitat for many of the over 200 species of solitary bees found in the UK. They lay their eggs in the tubes which are sealed in with a parcel of food made from either cut leaves or mud. The eggs change to larvae and then pupae which hatch out into new bees the following spring. The chamber with the slotted entrance provides shelter for moths and butterflies, many of which hibernate over winter. The pine cones provide the perfect shelter for ladybirds, the scourge of aphids. The mesh has been designed to permit access to native ladybirds only, and not the slightly larger, invasive Harlequin ladybirds which prey on our natural species. The section with blocks opens so that you can add leaf litter in the autumn, which acts as good overwinter habitat for another predator of aphids, the lacewing. Ideally, insect houses should be located in a South, South East, or South-West facing location in a sheltered position close to, but not obscured by vegetation. This insect house was designed in collaboration with the UK's leading insect charity - Buglife

This butterfly house providing a safe home for many types of butterflies. Part of the charming new barn range, the pretty butterfly house provides a safe home for all types of butterflies, moths and lacewings in your garden. designed to attract, not only butterflies but also many other species of pollinating insects to take shelter and create their homes in the various crevices. Many other insects may feed on the butterfly house if you fill-up the reservoir at the bottom with a solution of butterfly food. Recipes can be found for this online. The recycled plastic door swivels, allowing access to the nesting compartment for cleaning and to carefully observe species during cooler weather. Produced from sustainably managed, FSC certified wood, with a recycled second-life plastic frontage, this butterfly house comes in an attractive gift box and is easy to put up and care for. This product is produced from sustainably managed forests and the plastic board used is recycled.

Made from untreated wood, this wooden house is perfect for attracting beloved bees to your garden. It's no secret that the bee population is in decline, so it's important that we do our bit to offer shelter and support where we can. It can be positioned on the ground, against a wall, or hung in place with the bracket (supplied). The hive can be taken apart to clean in between the slats and the roof has a stainless steel plate to keep it water-resistant.

This beautifully crafted bee house is the ideal place for bees to shelter in during the winter and ensure their return during the summer, bringing your garden to life. The solid sides provide greater protection for insects and ensure that the nesting tubes stay snugly in place. Try to position your nesting box so that it gets lots of sun and angle its water does not soak into the nesting holes when it rains. Whilst perfect for bees, this easy-to-hang nester is ideal for attracting other beneficial insects into your garden and its design makes it easy to view the inhabitants. This bee home also makes a lovely gift for wildlife enthusiasts and is an ideal educational project for children, helping to introduce them to insect life cycles.

Insects have many important tasks in our gardens. They pollinate plants and act as a natural pest controller. This house will offer solitary bees, ladybirds and other insects a nesting and wintering facility.

Insects have many important tasks in our gardens. They pollinate plants and act as natural pest controllers. This house will offer solitary bees, butterflies, and other insects a nesting and wintering facility.- suitable for bees, butterflies, and other insects- can be used as a nesting and wintering place- with hanging hook

The bee & bug house provides nesting tubes for solitary bees and shelter for other beneficial insects in your garden. The bee & bug house is made from FSC certified timber with a decorative woven bamboo finish around the sides of the bee & bug house. The centre contains bamboo nesting tubes and a pretty aqua blue drilled log ideal for solitary bee nesting. The bee & bug house house should be hung in a sheltered sunny position, preferably catching some early morning sun which will warm the emerging adult bees when they hatch out in springtime.

The eco-friendly Eco Bee Nester is our latest addition to our solitary bee hive collection. They are designed to attract and care for solitary bees in your garden. Solitary bees are the least well-known of our bees in Britain, but they are fantastic pollinators, and they're great to encourage into your allotment, veg patch, borders, fruit trees and flower beds. We have around 270 species of bee in Britain, including the honey bee and bumblebees. Just under 250 of these species are actually solitary bees and come in all shapes and sizes. The Bee Nester is made for Mason Bees and Leaf Cutter Bees, who will use the tubes to lay their eggs each spring and summer, closing up the tubes with either mud or leaves. What's unique about our Bee Nester? It is designed and made from natural, environmentally friendly materials, making it kind to nature and for nature. The Eco Nester is formed from natural plant fibres with almost zero waste pollution during production. Once it reaches the end of its life, it can even be degraded into fertiliser. ​ The pretty colour blends into flower patches and gardens, and the rustic hanging string is durable and long-lasting. The internal nesting tubes can be replaced yearly, making this a long-term investment for your local bees. Siting Your new Bee Nester should be hung anywhere between ground level and two metres in height. The bees need a clear pathway to the tubes, so try not to nestle it into too much vegetation. But it is a good idea to plant some nectar-rich flowers and plants nearby to feed the bees. Keep the Nester in a sheltered spot, away from prevailing winds and rain. Ideally, you want the front of the Nester facing the morning sunshine so that it warms up through the day. You can also angle it slightly downwards to prevent rainwater from trickling inside. As autumn approaches and solitary bee numbers reduce, you can fit the front guard on to act as a predator guard to stop woodpeckers from taking the eggs. Height 9.5 cm x Width 9.5 cm x Depth 16 cm