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Where do I put a Ladybird Box?
Question
Dear Sirs,
Please tell me how to site the Ladybird Box GCN-405. How high
from the ground and whether on a tree or fence, in sun or
shade.
Many thanks,
Chris
Answer
Dear Chris As promised, I have some information for you
regarding the siting of your ladybird box. Attaching the box to a
tree trunk, within 30cm of the ground, will provide a suitable
overwintering site for some of the species. Most garden ladybirds
hibernate either on or near the ground in plant debris, leaf litter
or cracks and crevices in bark – some even hibernate on the
foliage of evergreen
trees. It would appear then that if your box is sited near
to the ground, possibly on a tree if possible and in a sheltered,
shady, location, it is likely to be populated by overwintering
ladybirds and even though these creatures only have an annual life
cycle, a suitable site is likely to be used year after year. It is
also worthwhile attempting to site the box relatively close to the
area you wish the ladybirds to work in during the summer
months. Hopefully this information will prove to be of help
and we thoroughly recommend the purchase of our Ladybird book
(product code GCN-235, £3.95) which will help you enjoy these
fascinating creatures even more and maximize their use in the
garden. If of course you have any further questions, please
do not hesitate to contact us and many thanks once again for your
enquiry. | ||
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