Handcrafted Native Bee House Carpenter Bee House

The Native Bee House is designed to provide a suitable habitat for native bees, offering a range of features and materials to support their nesting needs. Here are the key details of the Native Bee House:

Size and Mounting: The Native Bee House has dimensions of 5" tall x 6" wide in a hexagonal shape. It comes with a stainless mountain brace that has a hole for easy mounting using a nail or a screw.

Shou Sugi Ban Treatment: The wood used in the construction of the Bee House is treated with Shou Sugi Ban burning technique. This traditional Japanese method involves charring the wood surface to create a natural protective layer. This treatment enhances the durability and longevity of the wood, ensuring it can withstand outdoor conditions.

Built-in Rain Awning: The Bee House is equipped with a built-in rain awning. This feature helps protect the nesting materials and bee larvae from excessive moisture, ensuring a more suitable environment for the bees.

Natural Nesting Materials: The Bee House utilizes natural wildcrafted materials that mimic beetle holes in trees and hollow stems found in nature. These materials provide native bees with familiar and appropriate nesting options.

Unique Arrangement of Cavities: Each Native Bee House is unique, and the arrangement of cavities will vary slightly from the provided picture. The Bee House will come with a log featuring drilled holes and hollow sticks, creating a diverse range of nesting cavities for the bees. This variation in cavities adds to the natural appeal and authenticity of the Bee House.

Overall, the Native Bee House offers a thoughtfully designed habitat for native bees. Its size, mounting options, Shou Sugi Ban treatment, rain awning, and natural nesting materials make it a suitable choice for supporting the nesting and well-being of native bee populations.

Here are some instructions for setting up and maintaining the Native Bee House:

1. Secure Placement: Mount the Bee House securely to your house, fence post, shed, or pole using the provided stainless mountain brace. Ensure that it is firmly attached and stable. Avoid pointing the Bee House directly towards the direction of strong winds and heavy rain to protect it from potential damage.

2. Sun Exposure: The Bee House can be placed in direct sunlight. Native bees often prefer warm and sunny locations for nesting.

3. Avoid Live Trees: It is recommended to avoid placing the Bee House on live trees, as this can attract predators such as woodpeckers or other animals that may disturb the nesting bees.

4. Plant Native Flowers: To attract and support native bees, plant a variety of native flowers in your garden or nearby areas. Native flowers provide a valuable source of nectar and pollen for bees and help create a favorable environment for them.

5. Proximity to Flowers: Place the Bee House close to your flower beds or flowering plants. This proximity allows the bees easy access to both nesting sites and food sources.

6. Provide Water: Bees require water for hydration. Set up a bird bath or a shallow dish of water in your garden. Add some rocks, marbles, or wine corks to provide landing spots for the bees, ensuring their safety while they drink water.

7. Maintenance: Regularly inspect the Bee House to ensure it remains secure and stable. Clean out any debris or pests that may accumulate over time. Avoid using any chemicals or pesticides near the Bee House, as these can be harmful to the bees.

By following these instructions, you can create an inviting habitat for native bees, supporting their nesting needs and contributing to the conservation of these important pollinators.