It is recommended to build the frame out of wood, stone or brick.įor this, you could even choose to use reclaimed materials, such as old pallets or a set of book shelves. Step 2: Gather Natural Materials to Use in Building the Bug HotelĪlmost any type of natural materials can be used in your insect hotel. If you need something that is portable, or may need moved later on, be sure to choose a location and size that will accommodate this need. If possible, situate your bug hotel so that it has a mix of both sunny and shady areas.Īnother thing to keep in mind is if you are building a very large hotel, the materials will likely be difficult to move easily due to weight. Many insects prefer shady, dry and cool spots – although some insects, such as bees, prefer the sun. Depending on the space you have available, it’s typically best to place the bug hotel in a place that doesn’t get too much human traffic, but is still as close to your garden and plants as possible. Most gardeners also agree they don’t like the bugs to be in too close of a proximity of their own house. Most gardeners like to have the bug hotel near the plants they wish to protect and pollinate.
Step 1: Choose the Location for the Insect Hotel Your bug hotel does not even need to be that large – even if it is only a few feet tall it can provide plenty of space as the ideal bug hotel environment. While there are many large and elaborate beautiful bug hotel designs, you can of course choose to keep things simple. Think about first what types of bugs you might like to attract, and then all you need to do is give it the right conditions to be comfortable and to live in it! By introducing the “good bugs” you can eliminate the pesky ones!īuilding an insect hotel is not that difficult. The good news is many bugs are predators to these pests. If you are interested in organic gardening, you know that it can be difficult to ward off insects such as mites and aphids. If you’ve been interested in building an insect hotel, today we are going to share how you can get started in making one AND we have a number of bug hotel ideas to inspire you!īest of all, most can be made with used and repurposed building materials – making this an affordable and easy project in any garden!Ībove, the “Air Bee n Be” Insect Hotel is clearly aimed in attracting beneficial bees to the garden! Not only do they attract and sustain beneficial insects such as pollinating bees, spiders, ladybugs and more – they can help keep away the types of bugs that would destroy your plants. The sturdy flowerhead provides a great place for butterflies to land too.Ĥ x White Coneflower: Another flower with an abundance of nectar for our butterflies, bees and also birds! Not only is the white colours a great way to liven up your garden, you'll be feeding your local wildlife too.Ĥ x Purple Top: This purple flower, otherwise known as Verbena bonariensis is perfect for attracting bees, butterflies, moths and other pollinators.Īll you need to do is designate a 3 x 1 metre part of your garden to the border and fill it with your own compost.An insect hotel can have many benefits in your garden or on your homestead. This plant produces copious amounts of nectar that some larger species such as the Peacock and Small Tortoiseshell will flock to!Ĩ x Lavender Hidcote: The best lavender for our British climate! Easy to plant, brilliant in a border and long lasting.Ĥ x Black-eyed Susan: It's no wonder this flower is amongst the favourites for butterflies! The bright and vivid colours attract lots of interest and is also a great source for nectar. From bright, vibrant flowers to expert designed shelters, this garden is an ideal way to gift part of your garden to our insects.ġ x Butterfly and Bee Box in Green – This stylish bug, bee and butterfly hotel makes the ideal home for all creepy crawlies.ġ x Limited Edition Butterfly House – Designed as part of our commitment to the Big Butterfly Count, this is a dream home for any butterfly and will provide great shelter from high winds, rain and predators.Ĩ x Garden Catmint - A great border plant that needs a sunny spot to grow up to 50cm tall and display its elegant violet-blue flowers.ġ x White Dwarf Buddleja: Also known as ‘butterfly bush’ and for a good reason. Our butterfly garden contains everything you need to make your garden the dream destination of butterflies. During this time, you can admire all the beautiful butterflies in your garden or green space, count them for 15 minutes and let the Butterfly Conservation know what you’ve spotted! The annual Big Butterfly Count takes place on the 15 th July until the 7 th August.
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