{"product_id":"summer-reusable-wood-trays-for-summer-leaf-bees","title":"Summer Reusable Wood Trays for Summer Leaf Bees","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood Trays: Perfect for Raising Summer Leaf Bees!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurable, sustainable, and BeeSafe\u003csup style=\"font-size: 0.6em;\"\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e designed for ease of use, our \u003cstrong\u003eWood Trays\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Wood Trays?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly \u0026amp; Sturdy\u003c\/strong\u003e: Made from precision-cut Pacific Northwest alder, these trays are natural, reusable, and built to last.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBee Health \u0026amp; Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed for optimal insulation and moisture control, they protect bee cocoons from extreme temperatures and excess moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Easily harvest your cocoons in the spring to maintain healthy bee populations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Guidance for Bees\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lightly burned patterns on the front help female bees locate their nesting cavities while preventing splinters that could harm their wings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Side notches align trays perfectly and block pests from entering. Included pest-blocker fabric and cardboard backing protect the nest from behind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable \u0026amp; Cost-Effective\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reduce costs with durable, long-lasting trays that can be used season after season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Nesting Scents\u003c\/strong\u003e: Porous wood retains nesting scents, attracting bees to reuse the trays year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6mm (perfect for alfalfa leafcutter bees).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTray Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e78-Hole Tray\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.25” H x 5.5” W x 6” D (fits Cabin, Chalet, Villa, and Townhouse Bee Houses).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e156-Hole Tray\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7” H x 5.5” W x 6” D (fits Tower Houses).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: For DIY bee houses, ensure the roof extends a minimum of 2” beyond the tray dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Crown Bees’ Wood Trays for a sustainable, practical, and bee-friendly nesting solution!\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to promote healthy and happy leafcutter bees, these trays are a reliable choice for raising pollinators in your backyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the nesting tray as far back in the house as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the Pest Blocker fabric and the protective cardboard backing attached to the nesting tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the end of bee activity for the season, remove the nesting tray and store in a BeeGuard Bag Pest Prevention Bag\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003euntil cocoon harvest in October. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring cocoon harvest, use a stiff brush to remove pollen mites and debris. Do not use water or other liquids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot clean trays for chalkbrood infections with CleanBee\u003csup\u003eTM  \u003c\/sup\u003e- a safe alternative to bleach. A little CleanBee goes a long way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to thoroughly dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore trays assembled with rubber bands to maintain tray shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"toc_anchors\" id=\"Pest_Blocker_Fabric_Instructions\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest Blocker Fabric Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace Pest Blocker along the backside of your reusable wood tray. The Pest Blocker is reusable. 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