Collecting Mason Bee Cocoons

Nesting season is over—now what? Learn how we collect, protect, and store our mason bee cocoons through the summer. 🐝
Embracing nature, curating comfort, and building futures.
Embracing nature, curating comfort, and building futures.
Native beekeeping focuses on supporting solitary bees through habitat, seasonal care, and thoughtful stewardship. Here we share practical guidance for raising native bees, while working in rhythm with natural cycles rather than against them. Our approach centers on observation, conservation, and creating spaces where native pollinators can thrive.

Nesting season is over—now what? Learn how we collect, protect, and store our mason bee cocoons through the summer. 🐝

Provide essential food for native bees with pesticide-free native plants. Learn which blooms mason and leafcutter bees love to create a thriving, bee-friendly garden.

Native bees are essential for pollinating plants, boosting biodiversity, and supporting healthy ecosystems.

Mason bees vs. leafcutter bees—compare benefits, behavior, and garden needs to choose the right native bee for you.

Nesting materials are key to success, so make the most of this important feature!

Learn how to overwinter mason bee cocoons safely so they’re protected through winter and ready to emerge healthy in spring.

Learn how to set up your native bee house, including the best locations, mounting options, and tips to create a safe, productive home for your bees.

Compare mason bees and leafcutter bees to discover which native bee is best for your garden, space, and pollination needs.