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New products at Crocus

by Sarah - August 11th, 2013.
Filed under: Crocus, New Products.

New items at Crocus

Barn owl box

Barn owl box £159.99
This barn owl box has been developed jointly with experienced owl conservationists and has been developed to ensure it incorporates all the necessary features to keep chicks safe in the nesting area. It is made from lightweight FSC cedar wood and recycled plastic and is supplied flat packed for easy assembly and installation. It also comes with a pre-fitted clip for an optional infrared camera to be fitted (camera not supplied) and a pre-drilled floor for drainage and airflow. Measurements: Height: 67cm Width: 57cm Depth: 49cm Weight: 11.2kg

New england nest box - Blue

New england nest box – Blue £49.99
Taking its inspiration from the coastal areas of new Maine, New England, this nesting box has been designed to incorporate the traditional architecture and pastel colours of the areas. It features a traditional, FSC timber, lapped board design, FSC cedar roof shingles and hinged side access door for easy cleaning. This style is perfect for both a traditional and contemporary garden and is available in three colours, pastel blue, pastel pink and pastel yellow. This nest box should be positioned at a height of around 2m, facing between north and south east and away from feeding areas. Measurements: Height: 25cm Width: 20cm Depth: 18cm

New england nest box - Yellow

New england nest box – Yellow £49.99
Taking its inspiration from the coastal areas of new Maine, New England, this nesting box has been designed to incorporate the traditional architecture and pastel colours of the areas. It features a traditional, FSC timber, lapped board design, FSC cedar roof shingles and hinged side access door for easy cleaning. This style is perfect for both a traditional and contemporary garden and is available in three colours, pastel blue, pastel pink and pastel yellow. This nest box should be positioned at a height of around 2m, facing between north and south east and away from feeding areas. Measurements: Height: 25cm Width: 20cm Depth: 18cm

New england nest box - Pink

New england nest box – Pink £49.99
Taking its inspiration from the coastal areas of new Maine, New England, this nesting box has been designed to incorporate the traditional architecture and pastel colours of the areas. It features a traditional, FSC timber, lapped board design, FSC cedar roof shingles and hinged side access door for easy cleaning. This style is perfect for both a traditional and contemporary garden and is available in three colours, pastel blue, pastel pink and pastel yellow. This nest box should be positioned at a height of around 2m, facing between north and south east and away from feeding areas. Measurements: Height: 25cm Width: 20cm Depth: 18cm

Solar insect theatre

Solar insect theatre £39.99
This insect theatre features a solar light with it’s own storage batteries that automatically light up at dusk attracting moths, lacewings and butterflies into the theatre. The light then automatically turns off at dawn to reveal the insects inside through the glazed front window. The theatre also has a side door which can be used to add natural material to provide a habitat for the insects. It also comes with a number of solitary nesting holes to provide a safe haven for bees. The theatre is made from FSC timber and should be sited in a visible warm near insect attracting plants. Measurements: Height: 32cm Width: 16cm Depth: 18cm

Bee & bug biomie

Bee & bug biomie £29.99
This nest box is perfect for both bees and bugs which are great for your garden. The top chamber features seven wooden nesting and bamboo tubes of various sizes which encourage safe solitary bees to nest. The lower chamber is filled with pine cones to provide a safe habitat for beneficial insects such as ladybirds, earwigs and lacewings. The wooden retaining in this lower chamber can also be removed so that alternative natural materials such as straw or bark can be used to provide a safer wintering habitat. This bee and bug biome is made from FSC timber with a eau de nil painted finish . It should be placed in a sheltered position up to 2 metres above ground level facing South or South East to catch the morning sun. Measurements: Height: 24cm Width: 17cm Length: 10.5cm If you see the block and tubes filled by the end of summer, it is a good idea to cover them with chicken wire 25mm from the face of the biome to prevent woodpecker attack.

Bug catcha

Bug catcha £12.99
This bug catcher is a clever product which allows you to safely remove unwanted insects and release them without harm. To catch the unwanted insect simply place the catcher over the insect so that the insect is trapped inside and then slide the base of the catcher with your thumb so that the insect is enclosed. Then simply take the insect outside to be released safely. Mesurements: Height: 27cm Width: 5cm Length: 5cm

Ceramic housemartin nest box

Ceramic housemartin nest box £12.99
This natural ceramic housemartin nest box has been designed to replicate the size and shape or hatural housemartin nests. It comes complete with a pre -drilled FSC timber mounting board for easy installation underneath a roof and tight against the wall. Thes nest may face any direction but it has been advised that East or North facing walls are preferred. Measurements: Height: 13cm Width: 21cm Depth: 12cm Weight: 0.7kg

Galanthus nivalis (snowdrop - In The Green)

Galanthus nivalis (snowdrop – In The Green) £8.99
Position:partial shade Soil: humus-rich, moisture-retentive soil Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: January and February Flower colour: pure white Other features: all parts of the plant may cause a mild stomach upset if ingested; contact with the bulbs may cause skin irritation Hardiness: fully hardy Snowdrop bulbs bought in the autumn tend to get dehydrated and this can lead to disappointing results. This is why planting bulbs ‘in the green’ is becoming more and more popular. Snowdrops are perfect for naturalising in grass. Plant in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil. Garden care: Plant in naturalistic drifts when they arrive. Where bulbs are planted in grass do not cut the grass until after the leaves have died back. Divide large colonies immediately after flowering while the leaves are still green.