Let’s talk about bumblebees
Don't turn your back on the bees, they need you more than ever
In a world that’s waking up to the importance of pollinators, here at Bumblebombs, we're on an exciting Bumblemission to help these amazing little heroes thrive.
Did you know that our beloved bumblees are vanishing at an alarming rate due to habitat loss, pesticides and climate? Without bees, our ecosystems and food supply are in jeopardy, but here’s the fantastic news—small actions can create a massive impact.
Saving bees isn’t just about planting, it's also about transforming our mindset and how treasure our natural world. Our bee-saving products are crafted to make a real difference, whether you’re helping pollinators directly or inspiring others to join the cause.
As we move into Autumn, please don't go for the easy option and pause before reaching for weed killers or pesticides.
Bees, hoverflies, butterflies and other insects are still gathering the food they need before autumn, and your garden can help them. Leave flowering ‘weeds’ such as dandelions and clover standing for a little longer. Their nectar and pollen are valuable late-season food, while pesticides can harm beneficial insects as well as the pests they target. Toxic Weed killers remove these important food sources.
If you don't want to opt for a less manicured and more natural garden, pull only the weeds that are causing a real problem and do it by hand where possible. Mark a few flowering patches to leave untouched and let untidy corners, chewed leaves and minor pest damage remain. These areas provide shelter and food for birds, ladybirds and other wildlife.
Remember - weeds are only flowers growing in the wrong places so put the spray away, leave flowering weeds in place and choose a wilder garden.
A few weeks of patience can give insects the food and shelter they need to thrive.
Introducing our new, and original to Bumblebombs, Toadstool Wells!
Our brand new Toadstool Wells are an original Bumblebombs concept, created as a beautiful way of giving bees and other mini garden visitors a safe place to stop and drink.
A functional piece of garden art, created by hand with a purpose.
Each one is individually stone case, finished and hand painted.
They are not mass produced perfection or churned out in bulk and they are not meant to be perfectly identical. Slight variations in texture, shape and colour, combined with little quirks are all part of their character.
Rustic, unique and perfectly imperfect.
Place on an outdoor table, amongst borders or pop in a plant pot on a balcony or step, they look gorgeous and help pollinators and thirsty insects.
The shallow well holds a small amount of fresh water, creating an accessible and safe drinking spot. At approximately 10cms high they are a perfect size to tuck into almost any outdoor space!
