ANTHROPOLOGIE • Heartfelt Rainbow Pastel Outdoor Bee House

A thoughtful gift for a gardener or environmental activist that's passionate about saving our pollinators, this habitat house makes an ideal sanctuary for bees to safely lay & hatch eggs throughout the seasons. How to use: Attach the bee house against a flat surface that receives morning sunlight such as a wall, tree, or eave near a garden. The location should be protected from wind & off the ground. Plant native flowers & herbs nearby to attract pollinators. Make a moist soil patch nearby for the bees so they can create a mud-seal to protect their eggs. In early or mid-fall, store the bee house in an attached garage or covered location to protect from winter conditions. Do not store inside your home. The bee house should be full of cocooned larvae waiting to hatch. When spring arrives again, return the bee house to its original location. Bees typically emerge from their cocoons after 1-4 consecutive days above 55 degrees F. After the bees have hatched and left, clean the bee house to continue the cycle. How to clean: Soak the house in soapy water. Use a small bottle brush to scrub the tubes to remove excess larvae remnants and prevent bacteria from growing. Allow house to dry out thoroughly before returning to use. * FSC-certified pine wood, bamboo, natural jute rope * Fitted with ready-to-hang rope and keyhole; additional hanging hardware required * Made for outdoor use, this piece is crafted of weather-resistant materials * Hexagon dimensions: 7"H, 7.75"W, 4.25"D