Bamboo & Drilled Logs Harm Mason Bees (Here’s Why) #rentmasonbees #masonbees

Many bee houses sold today are made from bamboo or drilled logs, but these nesting materials can actually create serious problems for mason bees.

When nesting chambers cannot be opened, predators, parasites, pollen mites, and mold can build up inside the nests. Over time this can dramatically reduce the health and survival of mason bees.

Healthy mason bee management requires nesting materials that can be opened, inspected, and cleaned each season so pests can be removed and bees can remain strong year after year.

In this video, we show what can happen inside nesting chambers and explain why many bee experts recommend avoiding bamboo and drilled logs for mason bees.

If you want to support mason bees and improve pollination in your garden, using cleanable nesting systems is one of the most important steps.

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