Wooden Bee Nesting Tubes ( PK 50 )
These specially drilled wooden tubes are the ideal for mason bees and leafcutter bees (Megachile spp) and other overwintering insects. The tubes come in a range of sizes from 5mm up to 12mm, the middle sizes 7mm to 10mm are best for solitary bees. They can be used to fill existing bee boxes, or to make your own simple bee nester.
Details
Solitary bees are gentle bees and are wonderful pollinators to increase vegetable, flower and fruit yields in your garden.
From March to August these bee species will lay eggs in the tubes and create a series of cells from mud or leaf. The larvae will develop over the winter period in the tubes and will then emerge the following spring. Ensure that your own bee box is well-insulated or overwinter your full bee box in shed or garage. If left outside cover the full tubes with wire mesh to prevent predation from greedy woodpeckers.
Siting
Position your bee box in a sunny position about 1 or 2 metres above ground, preferably amongst flowers/foliage, so that the face of the bee box catches the morning sun.
Specifications:
- Dimensions (Pack): H 160mm x W 95mm x L 95mm Pack
- Barcode: 679505014869
- Weight: 0.34 Kg
- Dimensions (Each): Range 5mm - 12mm internal diameter x 150mm long
Delivery Information
Delivery within an estimated 2 - 5 working days
Delivery is Free to UK Mainland but Scottish Highlands and islands may incur a surcharge, please ask before ordering.