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.
Every spring, lawns across the UK burst quietly into life — daisies bloom, clover appears, dandelions feed hungry bees and forgotten corners become tiny ecosystems.
No Mow May is a simple movement nationwide, encouraging people to leave their lawns uncut during May to help pollinators at one of the most important times of year.
After winter, bees emerge tired and hungry. Early wildflowers provide vital nectar and pollen that help bumblebees, solitary bees, butterflies, and other pollinators survive and thrive.
By mowing less, we can all give nature a little breathing room.
Why It Matters
Modern gardens are often too tidy for wildlife. Short-cut grass may look neat, but it offers very little food or shelter for pollinators. Even a small patch can make a difference.
Letting your lawn grow naturally for just a few weeks can:
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increase nectar for bees
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support biodiversity
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create habitats for insects
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improve soil health
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encourage native wildflowers
How You Can Help
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Leave your lawn unmown during May
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Scatter native wildflower seed bombs
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Create a pollinator-friendly corner
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Avoid pesticides and weedkillers
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Let clover, daisies and dandelions bloom
Nature doesn’t need perfection — it just needs space.
From Lawn to Lifeline
At Bumblebombs, we believe small actions create big change. A forgotten patch of grass can become a feeding station for bees, butterflies, and countless other pollinators.
So this May, put the mower away… and let the wildflowers lead the way.
A little less mowing. A lot more life.
It's time to look out for...
Spring bees in the UK aren’t just bumblebees; many of the early risers are solitary bees. As their name suggests, these species lead solitary lives rather than living in a multi-bee nest. They dig their own burrow and live in it alone. Depending on the species, a solitary bee nest can be found everywhere from holes in the ground and sandy banks to gaps in walls, special ‘bee houses’ and even old snail shells.
Look out for large queens buzzing around. Fresh out of hibernation they are the first to emerge. They are larger and rounder than other bees and often seen flying low or zig zagging near the ground. They feed on early flowers like crocus, willow and dandelion, so let them grow!
