Insect hotel

Insect hotel – attract beneficial insects to your garden

Give bees, ladybugs, butterflies, and other beneficial insects a place to shelter, nest, or hibernate with a Belle Epoque insect hotel. These hotels are available in three sizes (30 cm, 50 cm, and 70 cm) and are handmade in the woodworking shop of JustDoIt, a social and sustainable workplace.

Why place an insect hotel in your garden?
Beneficial insects play a crucial role in your garden's ecosystem. They ensure pollination, assist with natural pest control, and contribute to healthy soil. For example, ladybugs eat aphids, and solitary bees promote better fruit set in plants—including roses. By installing an insect hotel, you provide these helpers with a safe haven and increase biodiversity.

Choose the size that suits your garden:

• 30 cm – compact and ideal for smaller gardens or balconies

• 50 cm – balance between size and functionality, suitable for various insect species

• 70 cm – striking and richly filled, perfect for larger gardens or as an eye-catcher

All models:

• Handmade from natural, untreated wood
• Filled with reeds, logs, pine cones and bamboo
• Equipped with a hanging loop
• Weather-resistant design

Whether you're a novice gardener or already have a flower paradise, an insect hotel is a valuable addition that has an immediate effect on your garden and your roses.

Tip when placing an insect hotel:
Hang the insect hotel in a sunny, dry spot – preferably facing south or southeast. Make sure the hotel is at least 30 cm above the ground, securely fastened, and protected from rain. Place it near flowers or shrubs (such as roses) so the insects have food nearby. This increases the chance that your hotel will be occupied quickly!

70cm height only available in store or special transport.

Roses in a pot

A potted rose is a rose plant that has already been grown in a pot and is delivered with a well-developed root system. These roses are ready to be planted in the garden or in a larger pot, without having to wait for roots to develop. This makes the potted rose ideal for year-round planting, especially May to October.

Bare root roses

Bare-root roses – also called root roses – are rose plants that are delivered without pots or soil. These roses are dormant and can be planted directly in the ground. The best time to plant a root rose is autumn or early spring, when the soil is still moist and the temperature is mild.

At Belle Epoque we supply bare root roses from November to AprilThanks to the well-developed root system and the right planting conditions, these roses grow vigorously into healthy and floriferous shrubs or climbing roses.

Products are shipped weekly on Mondays & Shipped directly from the nursery on Wednesday. By delivering only twice a week, we reduce logistical emissions and optimize our processes. This benefits both the quality of our products and the climate.