Just like humans, dogs are plagued by mosquitoes. But mosquitoes are more than a nuisance for your pets. They can cause potentially deadly disease in the form of heartworms in dogs. While there’s n...
Sticky traps can have unintended and tragic consequences for non-target wildlife such as birds, butterflies and other beneficial creatures that keep our ecology healthy. Learn why we strongly oppos...
Lemongrass vs Citronella: What Repels Mosquitoes the Best?
Of all the natural mosquito repellents, citronella is the most commonly known solution. Every summer, nurseries and garden centers load up on “citronella” plants for patios and landscapes, and natu...
Why Are Our Traps Made Of Soft Pine Wood?
Why does Best Bee Brothers make traps out of lightweight pine wood? Learn more about carpenter bee nesting habits and behavior and find out how this important design feature is essential to attract...
How To Keep Mosquitoes Away Naturally
Go beyond traditional mosquito repellent and use a layered approach to prevention outdoors. From common-sense passive methods like mosquito netting to more novel tools like bug zappers and incense,...
Should I Paint or Stain My Carpenter Bee Trap?
Many Best Bee Brothers customers ask us if they can paint or stain their carpenter bee traps. Find out why we don’t recommend it, and learn why altering your trap can make it ineffective. Finally, ...