{"product_id":"mason-bee-hut-kit","title":"Mason Bee Hut Kit with Bees","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0077b3;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #0077b3;\"\u003eABOUT MASON BEE HUT KIT:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f47635;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #f47635;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder mason bees and release when daytime temperatures consistently reach 50-55°F. Nightime temperature lows is not important. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003eMason bees are gentle, non-aggressive bees that are important pollinators for fruits, vegetables, and flowers, often surpassing the effectiveness of honeybees! They are solitary bees native to North America, and are named \"mason bees\" because they collect clay rich mud to build walls in between each egg. In nature, female mason bees build their nests in hollow plant stems, tree holes, rock crevices, or any small hole that is at least 6 inches deep. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003eOur Mason Bee Hut Kit is a simple and easy way to raise these gentle pollinators! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f47635;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003eMason bees are seasonal pollinators and are only available for purchase from February through May. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Mason Bee Hut Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1373\/5481\/files\/IMG_5113_1800x1770_1ea4e88c-8e81-45b7-b24c-cba82d9d7a88_480x480.png?v=1707505255\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0077b3;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #0077b3;\"\u003eMASON BEE HUT KIT INCLUDES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Mason Bee Cocoons\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1373\/5481\/files\/IMG_5116_1400x1800_764989df-4c26-4306-bb45-21d56355ebf9_160x160.png?v=1707505834\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 Mason Bee Cocoons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProtective casings where the bees develop - Included in our Hut Kit to kick-start your mason bee population. You can also purchase them separately to replenish existing colonies. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Mason Bee Hut\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1373\/5481\/files\/IMG_5068_1800x1630_a3ebcc5e-571e-4682-9032-192dafb0009b_160x160.png?v=1707506256\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003eMason Bee Cedar Hut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMade from Pacific Northwest Cedar and designed to attract mason bees and keep them safe. Its compact size makes storing cocoons in the summer easy and will last over many seasons and years. Measurements: \u003cbr\u003e2in overhang to drain excess rain\u003cbr\u003eKeyhole slot in back for easy installation and removal\u003cbr\u003eSize: 6in H (each side to side) x 9in D\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Mason Bee Mud Hut\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1373\/5481\/files\/IMG_5048_1800x1660_70e57eb0-30e7-4775-aadf-6f180a50f17a_160x160.png?v=1707506733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003eMason Bee Mud\/Nursery Hut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn the spring, this container is designed to ensure that Bee Mud is accessible by keeping it moist and preventing it from washing away. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003eIn the fall, this container is intended to be re-used as the Nursery Hut for harvested cocoons. It is designed to keep the cocoons moist but not overly wet when placed in a refrigerator.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1373\/5481\/files\/IMG_5086_1520x1800_20c12b35-98a6-4e23-a89d-0d2715a90c25_160x160.png?v=1707506811\" alt=\"Reed Nesting Tubes\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003eReed Nesting Tubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNatural Tubes come in different sizes and naturally repel parasites and disease. Discard used tubes and replace with fresh tubes each year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMason Bee Hut Bag\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis bag is used protect developing bees inside the bee hut from pest infestation during the summer months when the bees become inactive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0077b3;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #0077b3;\"\u003eGETTING STARTED WITH MASON BEES\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003e1. Find the best location:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eLocate a sunny, south-facing spot preferably with afternoon shade during the heat of summer. It should be protected from wind and rain, but allowing full morning sun. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePlacement should be within 300 feet of flowering fruit, vegetables, or flower plants. Ensure there is no nearby pesticide use or recent chemical treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eThe opening should face away from any birdhouses or feeders. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" large=\"\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003e2. Store cocoons until ready:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" large=\"\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eThe Bee Hut and the Mud Hut should be set up and ready to go when you put the cocoons outside. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" large=\"\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eMason bee cocoons can be released when daytime temperatures reach 50-55°F, and when spring flowers are in bloom. Night time temperature lows are not important. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" large=\"\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eIf you received your cocoons before adequate conditions are met, store them in a fridge or cooler between 34-38°F until you are ready. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003e3. Set up the Bee Hut \u0026amp; Mud Hut:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePlace reed nesting tubes as far to the back of the Bee Hut as possible. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eInstall or secure the Bee Hut on a sturdy base at least 5 feet off the ground. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003ePlace the Mud Hut within 25 feet of the Bee Hut, but not directly underneath. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eWhen temperatures consistently reach 50-55°F, and flowers are in bloom, place the bee cocoons in the wooden tray at the top of the Bee Hut - no later than mid-May. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" large=\"\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003e4. Summertime protection with Mason Bee Hut Bag:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep an eye on your Bee Hut throughout the Spring nesting season. Clean out any debris or pests and refresh nesting material if necessary. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter the nesting period in late spring\/early summer when the bees are no longer flying around the Bee Hut, remove the entire Bee Hut and clean off any obvious debris on the outside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut the Bee Hut in the Hut Bag with the entrance of the hut facing up. Tie the bag and store in a garage, storage shed, or other cool, well-ventilated, and protected area for the rest of summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the Mud Hut and set aside to use as the Nursery Hut to store cocoons later in the winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\" large=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38a65e;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #38a65e;\"\u003e5. Harvest in fall \u0026amp; store over winter:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen temperatures fall consistently below 60°F, usually in the fall around October, it's time to harvest the cocoons. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up the Nursery Hut (formerly used as the Mud Hut) with a clean sponge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently open the tubes and sort out the healthy cocoons that are brownish-gray, firm, and don't have any holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the cocoons by rinsing in cool water and using your fingers to remove any debris. Pat dry, and leave out in a cool area to cure for about an hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore the Nursery Hut in the refrigerator between 34-38°F. Monitor frequently and add just enough water to keep the sponge moist (not wet) so the cocoons don't dry out. If they contract mold, simply repeat the cleaning process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NaturesGoodGuys","offers":[{"title":"Mason Bee Hut Kit with 10 Bees\/ NO Additional Cacoons","offer_id":42952644133055,"sku":"107","price":78.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 additional Cocoons","offer_id":42952644165823,"sku":"108","price":93.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20 additional Cocoons","offer_id":42952644198591,"sku":"109","price":108.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"30 additional Cocoons","offer_id":42952644231359,"sku":"110","price":119.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"40 additional Cocoons","offer_id":42952644264127,"sku":"111","price":130.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50 additional Cocoons","offer_id":42952644296895,"sku":"112","price":145.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1373\/5481\/files\/IMG_4982_1800x1054_b58b824e-7516-4267-8ee4-29a8c55d36ed.jpg?v=1742502931","url":"https:\/\/www.naturesgoodguys.sbs\/products\/mason-bee-hut-kit","provider":"NaturesGoodGuys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}