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The chimney (bee colony HQ)
Photo coming, probably next year, 28 Sept 2026

The chimney (bee colony HQ)

Habitat: chimney

The chimney has been home to a wild honeybee colony for around 11 years. They've been a wonderful addition, and they're regulars on the buddleja and the flowers all round the garden.

Photo of the actual chimney and its residents: tbc, possibly next year.

Common name
The chimney (bee colony HQ)
Section
Habitats
Spot
The chimney
Soil
n/a
From
Moved in on their own, about 11 years ago
Age
Occupied for about 11 years
Next repot
Never: the bees handle the maintenance
Edible
❌ No: It is a chimney.
Garden-centre price
Priceless
🎮
Mega Drive moment Home Alone (Mega Drive)

A game all about keeping unwanted visitors out of the house. The bees got in anyway.

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