Bug Hotel, The Garth
I created this Bug hotel last August in an area of the garden that was both lacking identity and interest. Not only does it offer a fantastic habitat for beneficial wildlife it also acts as a beautiful piece of sculpture within the garden and costs nothing to create.
I formed the main structure by stacking six pallets and then created the roof from some old house tiles. I then filled it with a vast array of natural materials such as garden canes, dried flowers and bricks creating a variety of habitats that insects such as solitary bees and lady birds would find appealing to nest within. I love the overall aesthetic and the display of natural materials works really well. This is a great activity to do with children to engage them in both arts and crafts and nature. Placing it near an area with pollinating plants will attract the beneficial insects and soon your garden should be full with buzzing wildlife.