KAWAHAYO Mason Bee House Wooden Butterfly House with Feeders & Metal Stake, Bamboo Tubes & Removable Trays

The KAWAHAYO Mason Bee House is a handcrafted wooden insect hotel with bamboo nesting tubes, a dedicated butterfly chamber, two feeding trays, and a metal stake for garden or wall placement.

This compact, natural insect house was built to welcome solitary pollinators such as mason bees and butterflies into yards, balconies, and backyard borders. Constructed from 10mm carbonized pine and fitted with 100mm bamboo tubes, it combines durable materials with a design that supports nesting, shelter, and supplementary feeding. The unit arrives as a complete set with trays, wood blocks, bamboo tubes, a metal ground stake, and mounting hardware so you can install it where pollinators are most needed.

How does this bee house support nesting?

The house provides ready-to-use bamboo tubes sized 6–10mm inner diameter and 100mm length—dimensions preferred by many mason bees. The tubes create protected galleries where females lay eggs and provision each cell with pollen and nectar; the carbonized pine body helps shield tubes from temperature swings.

• Bamboo tubes (100mm x 6–10mm) for secure, long-lasting nests
• Removable trays and wood blocks for easy maintenance and tube access
• Carbonized pine reduces moisture stress and adds structural strength

What features attract butterflies and other beneficial insects?

On the right side is a butterfly hotel with an openable door so you can add wood shavings, pine cones, or dried plant material to create a cozy refuge. Two feeding trays let you place water, diluted nectar, or overripe fruit to supplement natural food sources, especially useful during nectar-scarce periods.

• Dedicated butterfly chamber that you can personalize with natural filling
• Two removable feeding trays for water, diluted nectar, or fruit
• Design encourages repeated visits from pollinators by combining shelter and food

How do I install and position it for best results?

The KAWAHAYO house offers two installation methods: attach it to a wall or tree using the rear hanger, or insert the adjustable metal stake into the ground. For optimal occupancy place the house near sunny, sheltered flowering plants and protect it from direct rainfall and prolonged sunlight to preserve the wood.

• Wall mounting via back hanger for stable, elevated placement
• Adjustable metal stake for flexible ground installation among flowers
• Recommended: a covered spot near abundant blooms and out of heavy rain

What materials and maintenance should I be aware of?

Made with 10mm carbonized pine and 100% natural bamboo tubes (not cardboard), the product balances appearance with resilience. The carbonization process increases toughness and yields a unique surface texture, but because it is natural wood it should be sited under cover. Periodic inspection helps keep tubes clean and identifies any cracking or adhesive issues early.

• Carbonized pine body for strength and weather resistance in sheltered settings
• Natural bamboo tubes for better temperature regulation than cardboard
• Inspect for cracks, peeling glue, or installation errors after unpacking

Who is this for: Gardeners, orchard owners, small-scale growers, educators, and nature enthusiasts who want to encourage native pollinators without using chemicals. It suits people who prefer handcrafted wooden garden features and who can install the house in a sheltered, flower-rich spot to give solitary bees and butterflies a reliable nesting and feeding resource.