HOW TO MAKE A SIMPLE BEE HOTEL

Bee numbers are falling so, by giving them a home, you’ll be encouraging nature into your garden and helping bee populations.

You can make your Bee Hotel as large or small as you like–it’s very simple!

You will need:

  • A terracotta plant pot (9-15cm in size)
  • Modelling clay
  • Plastic straws or bamboo canes
  • String

What to do:

  • Cut the straws or bamboo canes to a length that fits the depth of your pot. If you are using bamboo canes you will need a grown-up to help you with this part as it’s tricky.
  • Tie the bundle of straws or canes together with a piece of string.
  • Place some modelling clay in the bottom of the pot and stick the bundle of straws or canes into the clay.
  • Place the pot horizontally in your garden in a quiet place for the bees to move in.