Little Bee & Me in Canungra, Queensland | Education

Little Bee & Me

Locality: Canungra, Queensland

Phone: +61 478 784 719

Address: It's a secret 4275 Canungra, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.littlebeessecretgarden.com

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25.01.2022 Just a little teaser of what's to come .

24.01.2022 The boutique Air Bee n Bees are coming along nicely. Each are one of a kind artworks, creating a special focal point that also serves as nesting habitat for our very special native bees. They seem to be selling quicker than I can make them currently. The frames are built by local retirees (aka papa bear) and painted by a local artist (aka mama bear) (this piece is called "Little Lost Cabin") and inserts cut, drilled and arranged by me, making this venture a true family run sm...all business. We are doing out best to keep pace with the orders coming in but if you're thinking of one as a Christmas gift, get in early rather than later. Update: this one sold. #canungra #visitscenicrim#nativebees #pollinatorgarden #beefriendlygarden #visitcanungra #destinationscenicrim #beehealthy #beeinspired #youcanmakeadifference #beehappy #pollinatorfriendly #beehotel #insecthotel #gardening #goldcoasthinterland #littlebeessecretgarden #kidsinthegarden #giftideas #christmasiscoming #christmasgifts #christmasgift #smallbusiness #supportlocal #familylove See more

24.01.2022 What a great day yesterday with a totally brilliant group of bee and garden loving friends @tullamore_farm_beaudesert Thanks to you all for the day.

22.01.2022 Today is International Rural Women's Day, recognising the women who take on key roles in agriculture despite the challenges. My shout out is to the thousands upon thousands of female worker bees doing what native bees do, day in and out, without any fanfare. Also, to all of those incredible women that are leaders, or would-be leaders, in agriculture, I'll be buying an akubra today from @buyfromthebush just so I can take my hat off to you (I've always wanted to do that ). #canungra #scenicrim #internationaldayofruralwomen #visitscenicrim#nativebees #pollinatorgarden#beefriendlygarden #stinglessbees #littlebeessecretgarden #flowers#beesofinstagram

20.01.2022 The leafcutter bee (Megachile sp) is responsible for those most perfect circular (or semi circular) leaf snips from your rose leaves (or stone fruit, crepe myrtle, and other soft leaves). She lines her nest with them, like a baby blanket, so it's nice and cosy, provisions it, then lays her eggs (female eggs first). She now has her very own specially designed bee hotel (scroll to the right) made by local retirees, and painted by artist Rosie Talbot. All of these pieces are a o...ne-off, the artwork is stunning, and never to be repeated, making these quite a showstopping and rare garden feature. More pics of other pieces coming soon. Boutique bee hotels $75. #canungra#visitscenicrim #nativebees #scenicrim#canungralife #beefriendlygarden #pollinatorgarden #beesofinstagram #beesarecool #beethechange #beehotel #insecthotel #gardening#goldcoasthinterland #art #gardenart #australianwildlife #australianart #gardenideas #arthotels

20.01.2022 Tomorrow, Saturday 28th November, I'll be co- hosting a "Bringing Native Bees to your Garden" half day workshop @tullamore_farm_beaudesert 830-1pm. Little Bee's Secret Garden WILL BE open as I am lucky enough to have Mama Bee and Nephew Bee holding the fort in the garden. Nephew Bee (Daniel) can work the technology, Mama Bee (Rosie) can work the chat . So lucky to have a hive of support . Feel free to stop in and say hi.

17.01.2022 So much fun visiting these mini beekeepers-in-training. Kids are so engaged and enthusiastic, it really warms my heart and fills me with hope. You might be wondering why I'm wearing a head net... stingless bees are just that... Stingless.. But truth is, it can be hard to talk when they go in your mouth and ears and nose and eyes because they can get upset and bite those sensitive spots if you open their hive up! Understandably. Luckily these girls were super chilled out and not fussed at all, so the head net came off. Thanks Twin Towns Kindy for having me.

16.01.2022 Some beautiful mosaic pieces available currently at Little Bee's Secret Garden by artist @beecroft_birds_and_bees They're divine Christmas gifts. Prices vary so pop in store to check them out. #canungra #visitscenicrim#nativebees #pollinatorgarden#beefriendlygarden #visitscenicrim#destinationscenicrim #beehealthy#beeinspired #mosaic #mosaicart #pretty #jewel #gold #tetragonulacarbonaria #tileart #gardenart #australianwildlife #australianart #australianartist

16.01.2022 "When the flower blossoms, the bee will come" Srikumar Rao. Only a few more days before I randomly select a winner of the native bee poster by @ginacranson (see post from a few days ago). Tag more friends for more chances to win. Like the post, and @littlebeessecretgarden and you may be getting a DM saying you're a winner! Wouldn't that be the bee's knees!? #2020 #homegarden #canungra #visitscenicrim#nativebees #pollinatorgarden#beefriendlygarden #destinationscenicrim #beehealthy #beeinspired #youcanmakeadifference #beehappy #pollinatorfriendly #roses #rosegarden #rose #stinglessbees #stinglessbee #australianwildlife #abcmyphoto @gardeningaustraliamag @gardeningaustralia @gardenersofaustralia

11.01.2022 No it's not Saturday so this is not a Saturday Showcase, but it is the 1st of December, and in the spirit of all things Christmas, I thought I would release this little piece of joy into the world. It is called "The Hansel and Gretel House" and it looks as good as any gingerbread house Martha Stewart will be creating this season. But it's zero sugar, vegan friendly, and gluten free. Available once and one time only, at Little Bee's Secret Garden. $139.

09.01.2022 Only ten days to go until my next native bee workshop @tullamore_farm_beaudesert on Oct 24! It'll be here before you know it. For those that have been to a previous workshop, I hope that the fact you got to taste the liquid gold nectar of the stingless bees has stayed a secret . Don't tell everyone or they'll all be wanting some! There is so little to go around given that these little ladies only make a small amount each year. I am fond of surprises so who knows what'll happen at our upcoming workshop on the 24th. Book now to avoid missing out by emailing Bill on [email protected]

08.01.2022 Strawberry and choc mint punnets in! What a killer combo!

08.01.2022 Giveaway time! Just because I'm the BEO and I can. @ginacranson has created the most beautiful posters of native bees specific to each Australian state. All you need to do to get me to post one of these direct to your address (Australian addresses only) (in time for Christmas, no less) is this: 1. Like this post 2. Tag a friend who you know needs native bees in their life (let's be honest, that's all of us). 3. And follow @littlebeessecretgarden... This giveaway is in no way endorsed, sponsored, administered by, or associated with Instagram. Giveaway open to Australian residents only. Giveaway ends Saturday 31/10/2020. Winner will be contacted via DMs. #canungra #visitscenicrim #nativebees #scenicrim #canungralife #stinglessbee #stinglessbees #littlebeessecretgarden #flowers #beesofinstagram #gardening#gardenlife #giveaway #freebee #australianwildlife #australianart #australianartist #solitarybees #bees #bee #beethechange @scenicriminfoand @destinationscenicrim @visitcanungra @visitscenicrim #youcanmakeadifference #ilovemygarden #beefriendlygarden #pollinatorgarden @gardenersofaustralia @gardenersofig

07.01.2022 What's the goal? To make this the new iconic Aussie backyard. Hills hoist superceded by bee hotels. Have you got yours yet? #canungra #visitscenicrim #nativebees #beethechange #beehotel #insecthotel #gardening #goldcoasthinterland #littlebeessecretgarden #beeinspired @destinationscenicrim @visitcanungra @visitscenicrim #youcanmakeadifference #ilovemygarden #beefriendlygarden #blue #backyardgoals #gardengoals #gardenideas #pollinatorgarden @gardeningaustraliamag @gardeningaustralia @gardenersofaustralia Photo credit @kara._swift

07.01.2022 Let your bear cub's imagination run wild and get their creative paws painting! A kid's DIY paint your own bee hotel workshop, scheduled for December 10 230pm to 430pm, $55pp. These can make a stunning and unique Christmas gift for Grandpa (or Nan, or Mama Bear, or whoever is the bee- fiend in your family), or you can keep it for your own bee-friendly garden. Visit to website (link in bio) to book your space (limited to five only!!).

06.01.2022 Okay so here is the akubra that I mentioned a couple of days ago, with thanks to Backroads Beaudesert and @akubraofficial If you're in the garden, you'll be needing a good hat this summer. Next Saturday is a half day+ in the outdoors talking native bees and gardens @tullamore_farm_beaudesert (Oct 24 930am start, $65pp) so a hat is an essential piece of work gear. Hats ready, we are good to go. The info covered in the AM includes stingless bees, their social structure, their foraging behaviour, floral resources, how to caretake/propagate hives, what to look for when buying hives, their honey, and more. Info in the PM includes our most commonly seen solitary bees, their varied habitats, and how to provide nesting habitat and floral resources to encourage them into your garden. Limited tickets available. Book tix via [email protected]

05.01.2022 Fire tailed resin bees (Megachile sp.) will nest in a group in pre-made cavities like those provided by this observation block (by @nativebeehives and available in store @littlebeessecretgarden). This one is hectic busy with bees! DIY paint your own bee hotel coming up soon! Check out the beetails on the website events (link in bio). Or feel free to come chat to me about how you can make your greenspace more bee-friendly. Little Bee's Secret Garden open Thurs to Sun 930-2pm.... #canungra #visitscenicrim#nativebees #pollinatorgarden#beefriendlygarden#visitscenicrim @destinationscenicrim @gardeningaustraliamag @gardeningaustralia @greengrammers #abcmyphoto @visitcanungra @visitscenicrim @scenicrimguide #solitarybees #bees #beehotel#insecthotel #kidsinthegarden #natureplayqld #learnthroughplay #childhoodunplugged #outdoorkids #natureplay #gardenplay #gardentherapy #naturetherapy #goldcoast #pollinatorgarden #kidscience See more

05.01.2022 Feeling lots of joy for small miracles like the germination of a seed, kept cosy and safe in a seed ball until everything is just right: the perfect combo of sunlight, moisture, and growing medium. I can't wait to see these pretties grow into bee food. If you want to learn more about seed bombs I'll be sending home little freebee DIY kits with the attendees of our workshop "Bringing Native Bees to your Garden" @tullamore_farm_beaudesert this coming Saturday the 28th. Book via my website events (home page: link in bio). #canungra #visitscenicrim #nativebees #scenicrim #canungralife #stinglessbee #stinglessbees #littlebeessecretgarden #seeds #seedballs #seedbombs #permaculture #@visitcanungra @visitscenicrim @destinationscenicrim @gardeningaustraliamag @gardeningaustralia @gardenersofaustralia @gardenersofig

04.01.2022 SOLD OUT - Bring Native Bees to your Garden WORKSHOP @tullamore_farm_beaudesert Sat Oct 24th If you are keen on the idea of learning how to encourage native bees into your garden, please message me on this page or via DMs @littlebeessecretgarden as an expression of interest for a future event. We may run another prior to the close of 2020 depending on the amount of interest.

03.01.2022 Saturday showcase! Two boutique bee n bees are ready today. "It Takes All Sorts" is unique. $99. "Tuscany" will take you away. $99. Bee hotels can be posted for around $20 (message me for exact pricing to your post code).

03.01.2022 Australian Pollinator week runs from 8th til the 15th of November. Join us as we discover some of Australia’s most intriguing native bees and learn why we need to get to know them. https://www.australianpollinatorweek.org.au//discovering-/

02.01.2022 Seed bombs are an ancient technique of dispersing seed across large areas. Once dry the hard clay protects the seed from rodents and birds, but gradually breaks down to expose it to sunlight and moisture, which initiate germination. They're fun and easy for little hands (and big) to make. Check out my other posts for the recipe, or buy a ready made bag of seed bombs from my website (they make a sweet Christmas gift), or come along to tomorrow's workshop @tullamore_farm_beaude...sert (28 Nov 830-1)(tix via my website events... Link in bio) and you'll get a free-bee! #canungra #visitscenicrim#nativebees #pollinatorgarden#beefriendlygarden#visitscenicrim @destinationscenicrim @scenicrimguide #kidsinthegarden #natureplayqld #learnthroughplay #childhoodunplugged #outdoorkids #natureplay #gardenplay #gardentherapy #naturetherapy #goldcoast #pollinatorgarden #kidscience #kidsactivities #goldcoastkids #brisbanekids # See more

01.01.2022 Saturday's (24th) event, Bring Native Bees to your Garden, @tullamore_farm_beaudesert is rapidly approaching and just about full up. It'll be a good long half day of stingless bees, solitary bees, creating habitat, (a freebee seed ball take home kit) and making your green space bee friendly because #youcanmakeadifference These little stingless bees are mini but they work together and, collectively, are mighty. We humans are the same. If you want to be part of the change, and work together to create a better environment for our native bees, and simultaneously for ourselves, join us this Saturday. Email [email protected] for ticket bookings ($65pp).