Mason Bee Box $20 Features Solid wood design prevents cracking or breaking of tubes Overhanging roof protects from precipitation Made of high quality pine Mounting bracket included Untreated wood ensures no harmful chemical exposure for our buzzy friends Hand-crafted in Nova Scotia using Canadian-made materials Ideal for Mason Bees – a species native to Nova Scotia. They rarely sting, live alone and are said to be 120 times more effective at pollination than Bumble Bees. To attract Mason Bees Mount the Bee Box on a wall, fence or post 5 to 7 feet from the ground Place the Bee Box within 200 feet of flowering plants Position in a spot that gets morning sun to encourage the bees to start pollinating early For best results Do not paint or water-seal the inside or outside of the wood, toxic fumes may be given off that are harmful to bees Dimensions 5.5″ wide x 13.75″ high x 5.5″ deep