The buzzing and fluttering of insects is as much a part of summer days in the gardens as the scent of flowers.
We’ve picked our favourite bee, dragonfly and butterfly garden accessories to help your summer go with a…buzz.
1. Butterfly lanterns, PUJI
These attractive butterfly candle lanterns in white will make a pretty focal point for the garden. Made from metal painted in white they come complete with a hanging handle to enable easy hanging from a branch, hook or beam to create a soft ambient glow and add atmosphere to the evening. Available in two different sizes, prices start from £17 from PUJI.
2. Glow in the dark butterfly bird bath/feeder, The Glow Company
The large glass bowl of this birdbath is hand painted with a colourful butterfly design that absorbs light during the day for the finer details to glow in the dark at night. Place in borders or on your patio to add a cheerful splash of colour to your garden and a magical glow at night. £44.99, available from The Glow Company.
3. Dragonfly jar, Marquis & Dawe
This ceramic trinket jar, decorated with dragonflies, is ideal for keeping matches in during the summer to light garden candles. Don’t forget to take it in before the winter though! The jar features pink and blue dragonflies and a slight crackle glaze finish, and costs £14 from Marquis & Dawe.
4. Dragonfly candle, B&Q
This dragonfly candle is part of the Meadow collection, and features a dragonfly silhouette and a rope finish. At just £3, it’s a great budget buy. Line them up on your garden table, on the edges of steps or on upturned plant pots to create an evening mood. Available from B&Q.
5. Dragonfly salad servers, Meadowridge
6. Gold dragonfly and butterfly set, Mia Fleur
These gold metal insects are sold as a set of two which includes one butterfly and one dragonfly. Just wind a piece of wire or string around them to hang as part of a display on a wall, or tree. Alternatively, place them on the table to add interest. £25.95 from Mia Fleur.
7. Zinc butterfly and dragonfly tea light holders, Gisela Graham
Add instant atmosphere to your home or garden with the twinkle of candlelight. Scatter these pretty zinc garden tea light holders through trees and bushes in the garden or on a shelf, table top or even around the bath or bed for a lovely bohemian effect. £5.50 each from The Contemporary Home.
8. Dragonfly and rose vintage plaque, Melody Maison
Made from metal, this vintage style plaque features a dragonfly and roses with French script, painted cream with a distressed finish. It’s25 cm x 33 cm, and would love in a sheltered spot outside – perhaps under a roof or shed overhang. Available from Melody Maison, it’s now 40% off at £5.95 (was £9.95).
9. Bee glass tealight holder, The Contemporary Home
This glass tea light holder would be the perfect addition to any garden or conservatory. With a sweet wooden bee attached at the rim, this holder would be ideal on a summer’s evening, dotted around the garden, on the table or on a nearby tree. £3, available from The Contemporary Home.
10. Capri bee pitcher, One World Trading Company
This beautiful glass jug with embossed bees is perfect for a summery dinner or lunch. Fill with homemade lemonade, Pimms or homemade elderflower cordial for the perfect meal. Was £16.95, now just £6.75 from One World Trading Company.
