{"title":"WORLD BEE DAY","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld Bee Day – give wild bees a place in your garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld Bee Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the perfect moment to pay attention to bees and their important role in nature. Bees help pollinate flowers, plants, fruits, and crops, making them essential to our living environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebee hotel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you can also create a suitable nesting site for solitary wild bees in your own garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Stalen Design, we combine this function with sleek Dutch design made from sustainable materials like corten steel and oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy are wild bees important?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Netherlands is home to many different species of wild bees. Unlike honey bees, many species live alone and build their nests independently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring their search for food, bees fly from flower to flower. In doing so, they carry pollen and contribute to the pollination of plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy providing both flowers and suitable nesting sites, you make your garden more attractive to wild bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bee hotel as nesting aid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebee hotel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is also known as a bee house, insect hotel, bee block, insect house, or nesting aid for wild bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolitary bees can build their nest chambers and lay eggs in suitable nesting openings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well-placed bee hotel is therefore a great addition to a garden with plenty of flowering plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere do you place a bee hotel?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreferably choose a:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunny location\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheltered spot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition facing south or southeast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnvironment with flowers and herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFixed location where the bee hotel can remain undisturbed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe better the surroundings match what wild bees need, the more attractive the nesting spot becomes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBee hotels made of corten steel and oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bee hotels from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStalen Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combine an oak bee block with a contemporary design in corten steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoors, the corten steel gradually develops its characteristic rust patina. This creates a warm, natural look that combines beautifully with wood and greenery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the bee hotel not just a nesting aid, but also a distinctive garden object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned and made in the Netherlands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur bee hotels are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edesigned and produced in the Netherlands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn every design, we seek a combination of functionality, material use, and aesthetics that deserve to be seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is how we bring nature and design together in one product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelebrate World Bee Day in your own garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld Bee Day is a wonderful moment to create more space for wild bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombine a bee hotel with flowers, herbs, and other greenery to make your garden an attractive environment for these important pollinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView our selection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebee hotels for World Bee Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e below and give wild bees a special place in your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions about World Bee Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. What is World Bee Day?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld Bee Day is an international day that draws attention to bees, pollinators, and their importance to nature and food supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. When is World Bee Day?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld Bee Day is held every year on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay 20th\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Why is World Bee Day important?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBees and other pollinators play a vital role in pollinating flowers, plants, and crops. World Bee Day calls attention to their habitat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. How can I help wild bees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide flowering plants, limit the use of pesticides, and offer suitable nesting opportunities, for example with a bee hotel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Where is the best place to put a bee hotel?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace a bee hotel in a sunny and sheltered spot, preferably facing south or southeast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. Which bees use a bee hotel?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMainly solitary wild bees, including various species of mason bees, can make use of suitable nesting openings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7. Should there be flowers near a bee hotel?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Flowers and herbs in the area provide food and make the location more attractive to wild bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8. Is a bee hotel suitable for a small garden?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. A bee hotel can also be placed in a small garden or green corner, as long as there is sufficient food in the vicinity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9. Are the bee hotels from Stalen Design suitable for outdoors?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The bee hotels are designed for outdoor use and combine materials such as corten steel and oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10. 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