Spring Cardboard BeeTubes & Inserts for Mason Bees - 8mm
The combined thickness of these BeeTubes and Inserts help stop the majority of parasitic wasp attacks, ensuring a safer nesting environment for your spring mason bees.
Specifications:
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BeeTubes (Outer Tube):
- Spiral wound 3-ply cardboard
- Outside Diameter: 10mm
- Inside Diameter: 8mm
- Length: 5 7/8"
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Inserts (Inner Liner):
- Spiral wound glassine paper
- Outside Diameter: 8mm
- Inside Diameter: 7mm
- Length: 6"
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Available Quantities:
- 36 count
- 250 count
Product Features:
- Easy to Use: Inserts fit perfectly within the 8mm BeeTubes, simplifying setup and harvesting.
- Sufficient for Cocoons: The 36-count option provides enough space for about 40 mason bee cocoons.
- Simple Harvesting: In the fall, remove inserts and soak them in lukewarm water for 10 minutes. The glue dissolves, making it easy to separate the paper from the cocoons. Learn more about harvesting mason bees here.
- DIY Bee Houses: For optimal protection, ensure your bee house roof extends at least 3” beyond the BeeTubes & Inserts.
Create a Safe Nesting Habitat:
Choose the 36-count or 250-count option and support your mason bees by providing a secure, easy-to-maintain nesting solution!
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