Wood Trays: Perfect for Raising Summer Leaf Bees!

Durable, sustainable, and BeeSafe^TM designed for ease of use, our Wood Trays provide the ideal nesting solution for raising summer leaf bees. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced bee enthusiast, these trays make bee care simple and effective, ensuring the health and safety of your bees while supporting sustainable practices.

Why Choose Wood Trays?

• Eco-Friendly & Sturdy: Made from precision-cut Pacific Northwest alder, these trays are natural, reusable, and built to last.
• Bee Health & Comfort: Designed for optimal insulation and moisture control, they protect bee cocoons from extreme temperatures and excess moisture.
• Simple Harvesting: Easily harvest your cocoons in the spring to maintain healthy bee populations.
• Visual Guidance for Bees: Lightly burned patterns on the front help female bees locate their nesting cavities while preventing splinters that could harm their wings.

Product Features:

• Pest Protection: Side notches align trays perfectly and block pests from entering. Included pest-blocker fabric and cardboard backing protect the nest from behind.
• Reusable & Cost-Effective: Reduce costs with durable, long-lasting trays that can be used season after season.
• Natural Nesting Scents: Porous wood retains nesting scents, attracting bees to reuse the trays year after year.

Specifications:

• Hole Diameter: 6mm (perfect for alfalfa leafcutter bees).
• Tray Sizes:
  • 78-Hole Tray: 3.25” H x 5.5” W x 6” D (fits Cabin, Chalet, Villa, and Townhouse Bee Houses).
  • 156-Hole Tray: 7” H x 5.5” W x 6” D (fits Tower Houses).
• DIY Tip: For DIY bee houses, ensure the roof extends a minimum of 2” beyond the tray dimensions.
• Made in USA

Choose Crown Bees’ Wood Trays for a sustainable, practical, and bee-friendly nesting solution! Designed to promote healthy and happy leafcutter bees, these trays are a reliable choice for raising pollinators in your backyard.

Product Instructions

• Place the nesting tray as far back in the house as possible.
• Keep the Pest Blocker fabric and the protective cardboard backing attached to the nesting tray.
• At the end of bee activity for the season, remove the nesting tray and store in a BeeGuard Bag Pest Prevention Bag until cocoon harvest in October. 
• During cocoon harvest, use a stiff brush to remove pollen mites and debris. Do not use water or other liquids.
• Spot clean trays for chalkbrood infections with CleanBee^TM  - a safe alternative to bleach. A little CleanBee goes a long way.
• Allow to thoroughly dry.
• Store trays assembled with rubber bands to maintain tray shape.

Pest Blocker Fabric Instructions

• Place Pest Blocker along the backside of your reusable wood tray. The Pest Blocker is reusable. Rinse and air dry as needed.
• Attach the cardboard backing with the green rubber bands ensuring there is no gap.