The "Buzz" About Bees

Welcoming Pollinators around your Holiday Caravan or Lodge

These brilliant little workers are essential to our ecosystem. Without them, so much of what we enjoy – from fruit and veg to flowers and even our beloved trees – simply wouldn’t thrive. They’re the quiet, constant background hum of Sandgreen.

Over the last few years, Sandgreen has worked hard to make our Park more bee-friendly. We are proud supporters of the David Bellamy Blooming Marvellous Pledge and have more recently completed the “Home Sweet Home” and “Pollinator Patch” challenges. But you don’t need acres of land or a wildflower meadow to do your bit. Even with a small decking space, a few well-chosen pots can make a real difference – and they look lovely, too.

Bees are responsible for pollinating around one-third of the food we eat, and they play a vital role in supporting biodiversity.

Sadly, many bees these days are under threat due to habitat loss, pesticide use and changing climate conditions. That’s why every pot, planter, or patch counts. You may just be planting a bit of lavender, but to a bee, you’re creating a lifeline.

Top Bee-Friendly Plants

So, if you’re thinking of helping our local pollinators by having a couple of plant pots inside your decking area, here are some easy, low-maintenance plants that thrive in containers and are loved by bees:

Lavender – bees adore it. It’s hardy, smells amazing and looks great all summer long.

Thyme & Rosemary – Great for cooking and great for bees. These herbs thrive in pots and produce delicate flowers.

Echinacea (Cornflower) – Bright, bold and a magnet for pollinators.

Salvia – Long-flowering and easy to grow. Perfect for adding colour to your outdoor decking space.

Buddleia (Dwarf varieties) – Also known as the ‘butterfly bush’, smaller versions are great in containers and are just as popular with bees.

Cosmos & Calendula – Fast growing annuals that bring a splash of cheer and plenty of nectar.

The key is to choose a variety of plants that flower across the seasons, so there’s always something in bloom. Bees are especially active from early spring through to autumn, so the longer you can provide food, the better.

Don’t forget to add a shallow dish of water, ideally with pebbles for them to land on, and you’ve got a perfect little bee haven!

So next time you’re sitting outside your holiday home, keep an eye out for these tiny visitors. You’ll be surprised just how quickly your pots come to life – and how satisfying it is to be part of the buzz!