A natural habitat for ladybirds and other beneficial insects, the Ladybird Tower has a central chamber filled with natural material. There are many holes drilled at an upward angle for the insects to reach the insulated and safe inner chamber. If necessary a roof panel may be removed for inspection or cleaning.
SITING; there is a ground pole provided so the tower is easy to site into lawns, sheltered flower beds, wooded glades or even in planters. Site out of prevailing winds in a warm spot.
MAINTENANCE; the roof and base are Oak, Larch or similar durable timber so no preservatives should be used as it may be harmful to the ladybirds.
Ladybird Food/Attractant could be used with the tower if necessary.

(H. 480mm with pole W. 110mm D. 110mm)

This solid insect habitat provides space for many beneficial insects, including solitary bees (helping pollination and fruit yields) and is a well insulated over wintering space for ladybirds, lacewings etc (natural predators of Aphids in the season).
Site in a sheltered spot near scented plants or a pond, ideally facing east, south/east to catch the morning sun.

(H. 220mm W. 135mm D. 135mm)

This attractive and functional Butterfly Habitat is made from high quality durable timber/oak providing longevity and excellent insulation. It comes complete with removable wooden pins/ramps (essential for Butterfly access and sun warming before flight). There is also an access/inspection panel which can be used for adding attractive plant material (i.e. buddleia/nettles etc) or for threading a long twig (small tree branch) into the chamber as an internal resting place.
USES; Butterflies may use the house for roosting, as a winter hibernation place or for the chrysalis transformation stage over winter. The small Tortoise Shell may use the house to hibernate. The chrysalis could be formed on roof or internal branches. The Peacock may use the house to hibernate in (often found in sheds and outhouses). Less commonly, the Silver Winged Fritillary may use the box to lay eggs (if sited in mature trees) and the Comma butterfly will use the box for hibernating.