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Kezia Reynolds

‘Bee bars’ are the charming wildlife trend that will make your garden more bee-friendly – it’s one of the easiest ways to help pollinators in a heatwave

Bees drinking from a bird bath filled with stones and pebbles.

There’s nothing like a refreshing drink on a hot summer's day. And while you may plump for a frozen margarita, iced coffee or a refreshing smoothie, bees are in much need of a tipple, too.

This summer, wildlife experts want gardeners to set up a ‘bee bar’ in their wildlife gardens. Essentially a bee hydration station, bee bars are a simple and effective way to ensure that bees remain hydrated during the heatwave.

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