{"product_id":"medium-insect-hotel-fsc-natural-pine-beneficial-bug-house","title":"Medium Insect Hotel – FSC Natural Pine Beneficial Bug House","description":"\u003cp\u003eEncourage beneficial insects into your garden with this \u003cstrong\u003eMedium Insect Hotel\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to provide a sheltered nesting and resting space for pollinators and predatory insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA healthy garden needs more than just plants. Beneficial insects such as native bees, ladybirds, lacewings and other garden helpers can support pollination and help maintain a more balanced garden ecosystem. This insect hotel provides a protected place for insects to shelter, hibernate and lay eggs, helping encourage a stronger population of hardworking garden visitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from \u003cstrong\u003eFSC Certified untreated natural pine\u003c\/strong\u003e, this insect hotel features multiple chambers with a variety of small entrance holes and nesting spaces. The gabled roof helps protect the hotel from the weather, while the hanging bracket makes it easy to mount securely in a suitable garden position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for vegetable gardens, flower beds, cottage gardens, orchards, balconies and outdoor learning spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-sized insect hotel for beneficial garden insects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides shelter, nesting and hibernation spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps encourage pollinators and predatory insects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple chamber design with varied small entrances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGabled roof helps protect from weather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes hanging bracket for secure mounting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from FSC Certified untreated natural pine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for gardens, patios, balconies and outdoor spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for supporting a healthier garden environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use an Insect Hotel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsect hotels can help provide extra habitat in gardens where natural shelter may be limited. They are especially useful in urban gardens, tidy yards, courtyards and balcony spaces where insects may struggle to find suitable nesting and resting areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy encouraging beneficial insects, you can support pollination and help create a more active, balanced garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative bees and solitary bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLadybirds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacewings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneficial predatory insects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePollinator-friendly gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegetable gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalconies and patios\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren’s garden learning spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the insect hotel in a sheltered position away from strong winds and heavy rain. A sunny or partly sunny position is often suitable, especially where there are flowering plants nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, position it close to nectar-rich flowers, herbs, vegetables or fruiting plants to help attract beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid placing it directly on the ground. Hang or mount it securely where it can remain stable and protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Insect Hotel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e GPM601\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e FSC Certified untreated natural pine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple chamber insect hotel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gabled roof for weather protection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hanging bracket included\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shelter, nesting and hibernation space for beneficial insects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1hryhf7\" data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3098\"\u003eWhat is an insect hotel used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3101\"\u003eAn insect hotel provides shelter, nesting and hibernation spaces for beneficial insects such as pollinators and predatory insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003eWhat insects can use this insect hotel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3279\"\u003eIt may attract solitary bees, native bees, ladybirds, lacewings and other beneficial garden insects, depending on your location and garden conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3622\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3459\"\u003eWhere should I place it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3462\"\u003ePlace it in a sheltered outdoor position, ideally near flowering plants, herbs, vegetables or fruiting plants. Avoid areas exposed to heavy rain or strong wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3658\"\u003eDoes it help with pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003eIt can help encourage pollinators into the garden, which may support flowering and fruiting plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3787\"\u003eIs it treated timber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3790\"\u003eNo, it is made from FSC Certified untreated natural pine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"3977\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"3881\"\u003eCan it be used on a balcony?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3881\" data-end=\"3884\"\u003eYes, it can be used on balconies and patios, especially if there are flowering plants nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3979\" data-end=\"4061\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3979\" data-end=\"4010\"\u003eDoes it come with a hanger?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4010\" data-end=\"4013\"\u003eYes, it includes a hanging bracket for mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4063\" data-end=\"4237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4063\" data-end=\"4103\"\u003eWill it remove pests from my garden?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4103\" data-end=\"4106\"\u003eIt is not a pest control product, but encouraging beneficial predatory insects may help support a more balanced garden environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45605721702453,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/17_6eded561-6c74-4b96-95f8-c3afdfeb2319.jpg?v=1781230010","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/medium-insect-hotel-fsc-natural-pine-beneficial-bug-house","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}