Save the Bees

Bees are a fantastic symbol of nature. That they are in trouble is a sign that our natural environment is not in the good shape it should be. By keeping the cycle of life turning, bees boost the colour and beauty of our countryside. Some 80% of European wildflowers require insect pollination. Many of them such as foxglove, clovers and vetches rely on bees. Pollinators allow plants to fruit, set seed and breed. This in turn provides food and habitat for a range of other creatures. So the health of our natural ecosystems is fundamentally linked to the health of our bees and other pollinators. Maintaining our native flora also depends on healthy pollinator populations. This includes wild flowers such as poppies, cornflowers and bluebells, as well as trees and shrubs.

So How Do They Work?

The seeds are rolled in clay and left to dry, best practice is to throw them on to cleared soil, as the clay comes apart, the seeds within get that much needed contact. Simply water them, add a little bit of sunshine and watch the blossom appear in time.

Alternatively, you could take them on your camping and glamping trips and walks with the family or a group and make it an activity as you find the perfect spots to throw the bee balls, and leave them to the elements, popping back to the area from time to time to see what's coming through.