Best position

I have this Insect shelter perched in my Holly tree about 6' off the ground and the open bamboo ends lie East to West. Is there a more suitable position for it to be of maximum benefit to insects?

 

Looks fine to me Paladin. I've been looking for advice but have only found general advice on placing. Best bet is to fix to a wall, fence or tree in a sheltered, warm spot away from prevailing wind. Good idea to place them near to the flowers or vegetables that you want to protect.

 

Looks cool Nick, I wanted one of those for the lacewings. Is it for a specific insect type or 1st come 1st served ?

 

It's described as a 'Winter retreat for Ladybirds and Lacewings' Well they have retreated..it's empty

 

When did you put it in position, Pal? They'll take a while to find it and settle. I had a cylinder for red-tailed bees up for two years before any moved in.

This may be of interest to you.

http://www.greengardener.co.uk/wildlifeinsects.htm

 

Maybe they aren't tired or cold enough yet ? I started to make one but I need a few more bamboo canes to finish it and wasn't sure if the bamboo holes were big enough. Last two years I have found ladybirds hibernating on my cars parcel shelf. :rolleyes:

 

Interesting site HB.
The box has only been there since September of this year so I suppose word hasn't got round yet
BM..the bamboo in mine are sized from 5mm to 12mm in dia'.

 

Unusual for you not to have made one yourself, Pal - what were you thinking of? :rolleyes:

 

'Cmon now Dendy.. I hope you're not implying I'm tight fisted.. :D :D
Actually,it was a Birthday present from from my Monster-in-Law...wasn't that kind?