Bees house

After the bee shed comes the bee house. However, in a break from tradition, this is a post about solitary bees rather than honey bees. Solitary bees include things like the Red Mason Bee. These were very common where I lived in the Midlands but this species of solitary bee is very much rarer in Scotland, although they are present in parts of Fife. Red mason bee … Steven Falk book I’ve no idea what’s about in this area of Fife so I’m putting up a couple of solitary bee houses to see if I ca

Invite hole-nesting bees to perform their pollinating magic in your garden by creating a welcoming bee house they’ll love.

It is important to protect the timber of your hive to ensure its longevity. We recommend painting all Araucaria hives and all roofs with at least two coats of good quality outdoor paint. Western Red Cedar Many beekeepers use oils such as Tung oil or Linseed, to treat their cedar timber components, however, when finishing with oils in wet climates, mildew (black mould) can grow on the surface of your hive. This will not affect the structural integrity of your hive and should not have any…

Happy little Bee's at The Fortnum & Mason Garden (Chelsea Flower Show) - how gorgeous

If you're building the frame from scratch, create a simple box shape using wooden planks. Nail or staple the planks together securely. Make sure the front is

Don't buy a bee house that looks "cute." Make sure it is actually functional! Build your own by following these specs! Cut 6, 1x6s 4” in length with each e…

If you are a gardener by hobby and a nature enthusiast by heart, chances are that you are already familiar with the concept of insect hotels (also known as bee hotels). Offering a sanctuary to bene…