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Nester boxes and wildlife habitats for Butterflies, Bumblebees, Mason Bees and Ladybirds in the wildlife garden

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Wildflower Mixtures for attracting Butterflies into the garden

Butterfly Habitat

Butterfly - Moth Habitat

 

 

 

Butterfly - Moth Habitat

This attractive and functional butterfly habitat is made from high quality durable timber/oak providing longevity and excellent insulation. There is an access inspection panels which can be used for adding attractive plant material i.e. Buddleia, nettles etc or for threading a long twig into the chamber as an internal resting place.
Butterflies may use the house for roosting, as a winter hibernation place, for the chrysalis transformation stage over winter. The small tortoise shell may use the house to hibernate.
The chrysalis could be formed on roof or internal branches. The peacock may use the house to hibernate in often found in sheds and outhouses. Less common the silver winged fritillary may use the box to lay eggs if sited in mature trees. Your butterfly house will provide an insulated habitat for many other unplanned beneficial insects such as ladybirds, lacewings and some moths.
Site the butterfly habitat close to scented or attractive plants in a sheltered position on a fence, wall, post or pergola. Preferably in a position to catch the morning sun.

£23.95
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Butterfly Habitat Feeder

 

 

This attractive Butterfly and Moth Habitat feeder combines a safe over wintering and interative habitat with a central feed station. The central feed sponge can be charged with a sugar/water solution to encourage and help butterflies (with the exception of the Cabbage White) to the feed station/habitat. Butterflies will use the house for roosting. The following may also use the house for hibernating: Small Tortoiseshell, Peacock (often found in sheds and outbuildings) and the Comma Butterfly. Less commonly, the Silver Winged Fritillary may use the box to lay eggs (preferably sited in mature trees) The chrysalis could be formed on the roof or internal branches.
Dimensions & weight approx
H. 365mm W. 160mm D. 170mm - Approx Weight 1.6KG

£21.95
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Wildflower Mixtures for attracting Bees into the garden

Bumble Bee Nester

Bumble Bee Nester

 

 

 

  The Bumble Bee Nester is constructed from thick durable timber (Cedar/Larch/Pine). It is very important that nesting bees are kept dry. There is a fully hinged (solid brass to prevent corrosion) overhanging green felted roof which can be opened to reveal an internal viewing window (removable). Vent holes are provided for good air flow. The floor runners help lift the box and reduce moisture. Nest material/instructions and excellent Bumble Bee Guide are included.

H.200mm
W. 300mm
D. 200mm
Approx Weight 1.60kg

£24.95
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Solitary Bee Hive

Solitary Bee Hive

 

  This Solitary Bee Hive is made from solid timber (FSC certified Timber). The interactive box has individual trays for ease of inspection and cleaning and are locked in place by stainless wing nuts for ease of use. Solid durable construction, naturally attractive to solitary bees, easy opening for study you can see the bee cells form, can be left outdoors all year round, no toxic finishes or plastics. Solitary bees are a must for any garden, they are non aggressive, garden pollinators and the nest is safe for children and pets.
Size 20x16x17cm - Weight approx 1.30 KG

£24.95
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Wildflower Mixtures for attracting Bees into the garden


 

Pollinating Bee Log

Pollinating Bee Log

 

 

This Pollinating Bee Log is the natural home for Mason Bees and other Solitary Bees as well as a variety of over wintering insects. Vital for pollinating fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers, these bees are non swarming and non aggressive and are safe with children and pets. The Log is designed to give good insulation (does not require moving inside in winter) and is filled with natural nesting tubes for the bees. SITING - The Log can be hung on a wall or from trees, pergolas or pole systems with the special strengthened seagrass hanging ropes. Position in a warm place near nectar sources to catch the morning sun. Ideally 3ft to 7ft high (up to 3 mtrs). Please note the hanging rope material may vary.
18cm long x 15cm dia- 2.1KG

£19.95
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