The Orchard Mason Bee

This little guy is known as “The Super Pollinator”. He’s 75% more efficient, per bud, than a honeybee. At 2/3 the size of a honeybee, he could be mistaken for a black fly. He is found within the lower mainland and Vancouver Island. The mason bee will visit and pollinate 1600 flowers in one day! Their life cycle is about 4-6 weeks and they are ideal pollinators for fruit trees. We currently stock all you need to get started utilizing these little workhorses from the bees themselves ($29.99 for 10) to the bee houses (starting at $24.99 for a house with 15 tubes) to refill packages of the cardboard tubes (16 for $19.99 and up). Be aware: Mason bees are only available for a brief window each year. If you’re thinking of increasing your flora’s natural pollination, then don’t delay.