Insect Hotel garden fun GF-12940, Wood, 20×16.5×75 cm

The Insect Hotel garden fun GF-12940 is a compact wooden shelter measuring 20×16.5×75 cm designed to support solitary bees, ladybugs and other beneficial insects. Constructed from natural wood and fitted with multiple cavities and varied materials, this insect house provides sheltered nesting sites and overwintering options. Its slim vertical shape makes it suitable for placement in small garden areas, on balconies or attached to fences and walls in urban green spaces.

Advantages

This wooden insect hotel offers a durable, low-maintenance habitat made from natural materials that attract pollinators and predatory insects. The varied cavity sizes and internal partitions create microhabitats suitable for different species, while the vertical, narrow design saves space and integrates easily into existing planting schemes. Natural wood provides insulation and moisture regulation, aiding insect survival through seasonal changes.

Suitable for

• Supporting solitary bees (mason and leafcutter bees)
• Providing shelter for ladybugs and lacewings
• Enhancing biodiversity in small gardens and balconies
• Creating overwintering sites for beneficial insects

Key specifications

• Material: Wood
• External dimensions: 20 × 16.5 × 75 cm
• Internal structure: Multiple cavities and compartments with varied hole sizes
• Finish: Natural wood, suitable for outdoor use where sheltered from direct heavy rain

How to use

Mount the insect hotel on a stable vertical surface such as a fence, wall or a post at a height of about 1–2 metres where it receives morning sun and is protected from prevailing winds. Ensure the entrance faces a sunny or semi-sunny aspect and avoid locations that are exposed to constant driving rain. Fix the unit securely with appropriate screws or brackets for wooden and masonry surfaces. Do not seal the cavities; leave materials exposed to allow insects to enter freely. Minimal maintenance is required: inspect annually for rot or water damage and replace any degraded material inside.

Usage recommendations

Place the insect hotel near nectar- and pollen-producing plants and avoid intensive pesticide use in the surrounding area to maximize the attraction and survival of pollinators and predatory insects.