How to Build a Bumblebee Nest in Your Garden
1. Choose a shady spot Pick a cool, sheltered area in your garden.
2. Bury an upturned pot Place a terracotta pot upside down in a shallow hole, with drainage holes at the top.
3. Cover drainage holes Use a stone to block rainwater but keep airflow.
4. Add nesting material Fill with straw, dried leaves, or moss.
5. Make an entrance tunnel Insert a bent hosepipe into the pot for bee access.
6. Camouflage the entrance Place small pebbles around the hose opening for a natural look.
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