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JCS Wildlife Small Poly Lumber and Pine Mason Bee House - Made in the USA
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JCS Wildlife Small Poly Lumber and Pine Mason Bee House - Made in t...
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Description
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Features
- 8 Removable Routed Charred Pine Panels
- Easy to Remove Locking Block
- Resilient, Recycled Poly-Lumber Construction
- Includes Info Sheet on Mason Bees and Bee House Use
- Natural Charred Pine Scent Attracts Mason Bees
This hand-crafted Bee House from JCs Wildlife is made from durable recycled poly lumber with stainless steel screws and routed edges. It will not crack, split, fade, or stain, and the UV-protected colors stay vibrant for years. Inside are 8 removable charred-pine panels that create ideal nesting chambers for mason bees and make seasonal cleaning simple. Made in the USA.
This house attracts mason, orchard, leaf-cutter, aphid, and carpenter bees. Mount it on a post or building using the included hardware, facing East or Southeast so bees can warm up in the morning sun. Install 3–5 feet above ground and away from pesticide use. Bees will naturally locate the house without assistance.
Spring
When temperatures reach about 55°F, adult mason bees emerge, mate, and begin searching for nesting sites. Females lay eggs through late spring. Have your bee house installed before emergence.
Summer
Eggs hatch within about a week. Larvae feed on stored pollen and nectar, then spin cocoons in late June. No external activity is visible during this time. Do not disturb the house.
Fall
In October, remove the panels to inspect the cocoons. Each nesting channel may contain up to 8 cocoons. Carefully remove them and store them in a container in the refrigerator.
Winter
Cocoons remain dormant for about six months, either in the refrigerator or left in the house. Clean all nesting slots thoroughly before spring.
Next Spring
When temperatures reach about 57°F for several days, place the cocoons outside in a protective container with a small exit hole. Adults will emerge and begin the cycle again. For regional timing and species information, consult your local extension office.
Mason Bee Fun Facts
- Mason bees are 30–60 times more effective pollinators than honey bees.
- One female mason bee equals the pollination power of about 100 honey bees.
- Adults live only 3–6 weeks.
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