Mason Bee Revolution Book

A Complete Guide to Raising Mason and Leafcutter Bees by Dave Hunter

Discover the world of solitary bees with Mason Bee Revolution, written by Dave Hunter, founder and owner of Crown Bees. This comprehensive and accessible guide dives deep into the lives of Mason bees and Leafcutter bees, two of nature’s most efficient and gentle pollinators.

Perfect for gardeners, educators, and conservation enthusiasts, this book explains how to raise, care for, and benefit from these native pollinators. It explores their behaviors, seasonal life cycles, and the incredible role they play in supporting a healthy ecosystem.

With clear instructions and engaging insights, Mason Bee Revolution empowers readers to create thriving bee habitats, improve garden productivity, and contribute to pollinator conservation efforts—right from their own backyard.

Key Features and Benefits

• Written by a Pollination Expert: Authored by Dave Hunter, founder of Crown Bees and a leading advocate for solitary bee stewardship.
• Educational and Accessible: Explains Mason and Leafcutter bee biology, nesting habits, and pollination benefits in an engaging, easy-to-understand style.
• Practical Beekeeping Guidance: Step-by-step advice for setting up habitats, maintaining bee populations, harvesting cocoons, and managing pests naturally.
• Focus on Native Pollinators: Highlights how solitary bees—unlike honey bees—are native, gentle, and remarkably efficient pollinators for gardens and farms.
• For All Ages and Skill Levels: Ideal for beginners, families, educators, and experienced gardeners seeking to expand their pollination knowledge.
• Personalization Option: Copies can be personalized by Dave Hunter with a handwritten inscription—add your message in the Gift Message section at checkout.

Detailed Description

The Mason Bee Revolution is a must-read for anyone passionate about gardening and the environment. Written by Dave Hunter, a pioneer in native bee education, this book takes readers on a journey through the fascinating world of solitary bees.

It explains why Mason bees and Leafcutter bees are some of the most powerful pollinators—working quietly and efficiently to increase fruit, flower, and vegetable yields without the complexity of traditional beekeeping.

The book combines science-based insight with hands-on guidance, covering everything from setting up bee houses to harvesting cocoons. Readers will also enjoy inspiring stories, conservation tips, and fun bee-related facts that make it both informative and enjoyable to read.

Whether you’re a hobbyist gardener or a pollinator advocate, this book provides all the tools you need to make a real impact in supporting bee populations and biodiversity.

Specifications

• Author: Dave Hunter

• Publisher: Crown Bees

• Pages: 158 pages

• Edition: 3rd Edition

• Format: Paperback

• Topics Covered: Mason bees, Leafcutter bees, habitat setup, pollination benefits, conservation practices

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