How to Set Up and Use Your First Bee House

The Wild Bee Adventure is the perfect way to begin your solitary bee journey. This compact bee house invites a variety of native cavity-nesting bees to explore, nest, and reveal what species are already living in your backyard.

Because it includes a mix of tube sizes and materials — reusable BeeTubes and natural reeds — you’ll get to observe which nesting options your local bees prefer. Simply hang it up, insert the tubes, and wait for nature’s guests to move in.

What’s Included

• Wild Bee Adventure Bee House (2" H × 2" W × 8" D)
• 3 BeeTubes — 4mm
• 3 BeeTubes — 6mm
• 3 BeeTubes — 8mm
• 3 Natural Reeds — 6mm
• 3 Natural Reeds — 8mm
• Printed setup instructions inside the label

How to Set It Up

• Select a location that faces south to southeast. Morning sun helps bees warm up so they can begin flying.
• Provide afternoon shade in hot regions where temperatures exceed 90°F/32°C.
• Install on a sturdy fence, wall, or post about 5 feet (1.5m) off the ground. This height protects from predators and lets you easily observe bee activity.
• Place the bee house within 300 feet (100 meters) of flowering plants.
• Position away from birdhouses and bird feeders to reduce predation.
• Hang using a screw or nail through the keyhole slot on the back of the house.