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At Littlemoss Bees, we’re passionate about protecting our local honeybee populations. Here are a few simple ways you can make a real difference:
Every jar of honey and every product you buy from Littlemoss Bees helps us continue caring for our colonies across Greater Manchester. Together, we can help ensure honeybees continue to thrive for generations to come.
Plant Bee-Friendly Flowers
.Fill your garden, allotment, or even window boxes with nectar-rich flowers that bloom across the seasons. Plants like lavender, borage, and wildflowers provide vital food for bees from early spring through to autumn.
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🚫 Avoid Pesticides
Cutting down on chemical use in your garden helps keep bees safe. Even small amounts of pesticide can be harmful, so choosing natural alternatives—or simply letting nature take its course—can have a big impact.
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🏡 Create a Bee-Friendly Space
You don’t need a large garden to help bees thrive. Leaving a patch of wildflowers, planting a few pots, or allowing hedgerows to grow naturally can all provide valuable food and shelter.
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💧 Provide Fresh Water
A shallow dish with stones or pebbles gives bees a safe place to land and drink, especially during warmer months when water is essential for the hive.p
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🐝 Support Local Beekeepers
By buying local honey and bee-related products, you’re directly supporting beekeepers who care for and protect bees in your area. It helps maintain healthy colonies and keeps traditional beekeeping alive.
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📣 Report Asian Hornet Sightings
If you think you have spot an Asian hornet please report it straight away. Early action is key to protecting UK honeybees from this growing threat.
There are native hornets in the UK, so it may not be an Asian. If in doubt report it.