Bees' Needs Week
Every July, Bees' Needs Week reminds us of something close to our hearts: protecting the pollinators that keep our countryside, gardens and food supply thriving.
Run by Defra, Bees' Needs Week encourages everyone to take small, practical steps to support bees and other pollinating insects.
Why are bees so important?
Bees and other pollinators play a vital role in nature, helping plants reproduce and supporting many of the crops we eat every day. Without healthy pollinator populations, our ecosystems and food production would look very different.
As a family business built around honey, bees aren't just part of our name—they're at the heart of everything we do.
Joe's Top Ways To Help Bees
🐝 Plant nectar-rich flowers
Choose flowers that bloom throughout the seasons to provide bees with a reliable source of food.
💧 Create a Bee-Friendly Water Stop
Bees need water too! Help pollinators on hot days by providing a shallow dish of fresh water with landing spots like stones or pebbles so they can drink safely.
🌼 Let parts of your garden grow wild
A slightly untidy corner can become a haven for bees and other wildlife.
✂️ Cut your grass less often
Longer grass allows wildflowers to flourish, creating valuable habitats for pollinators.
🏡 Protect bee habitats
Place logs or similar materials in a garden corner to create nesting areas. Avoid disturbing nests and places where insects shelter or hibernate.
🌱 Think carefully before using pesticides
Reducing pesticide use helps protect bees and the plants they rely on.
Want to Do Even More for Bees?
🌼Claim Your FREE Bee-Saving Wildflower Seeds
Every Just Bee order already includes a free packet of bee-friendly wildflower seeds, but if you'd like to create an even bigger buzz, we're offering an extra pack of our bee-saving seeds, you just cover the shipping costs. Our wildflower mix contains over 30 varieties chosen to attract bees, making it easy to create a pollinator-friendly space in your garden, pots or window boxes.
Claim your FREE bee-saving seeds
💛 Be Ready to Rescue a Tired Bee
Ever spotted a bee resting on the pavement or in your garden and wondered how to help?
Our Bee Revival Kit is designed to be carried on your keys, so you're always prepared. Each kit includes a reusable keyring filled with bee-friendly syrup, a refill bottle, simple instructions and a packet of wildflower seeds, making it a thoughtful gift for any bee lover or gardener.
Every small action counts
You don't need acres of land to help bees. A window box, a few pots of wildflowers or simply mowing your lawn less often can all make a positive difference.
This Bees' Needs Week, we'd love you to join us.
Watch Joe's video, plant your wildflower seeds if you have them, and share your bee-friendly garden with us on social media, we love to hear your bee stories!
Read more about Bees' Needs Week Defra initiative here.