Gardening Tales
Painted Pots and Succulents DIY
May 28, 2013
This is just a fun little Do-It-Yourself Project.
I had two plastic pots, acrylic paint, leftover daisies,
soil, sphagnum moss and two cute succulents. What to do,
what to do?
Some easy little step by step instructions-
Perhaps it appears that I am a bit crazy over sunflowers and
daisies.
Well I think I am- and this is why!
They are sunshine yellow, and doesn't that lift just about
everyone's spirit?
Two, they look happy, who can resist those
dainty layered petals?
Three, Daisies, symbolize innocence and gentleness.
So, I decided to spruce up some pots with some paint and
cheerful daisies. Just add soil, succulents and fresh air.
There are so many varieties of succulents and as you know they are
becoming increasingly popular. I chose these two based on their
color and interesting natures.
For my red pot I chose Cremnosedum Crocodile. This is such
a beautiful succulent. The leaves on this succulent have rose
contrasting antique like colors. I felt the red pot
accentuated the rose tips of this plant. I prepared a mixture
of moss, a few pebbles and potting soil in order to create a
porous soil. Succulents like well drained soil. Add bright
light and do not overwater.
In my blue pot I planted the Sempervivum Arachnoideum
(cobweb) succulent. A very interesting plant which
appears to be covered in a web. (This is a baby one and still
is new at forming webs.) It has delicate leaves
and will provide soft, delicate rosette blossoms. Once again
porous soil, do not overwater and bright light.
Place on your favorite outdoor table, pour some lemonade,
put your feet up and enjoy your Sunny days-
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I had two plastic pots, acrylic paint, leftover daisies,
soil, sphagnum moss and two cute succulents. What to do,
what to do?
Some easy little step by step instructions-
Perhaps it appears that I am a bit crazy over sunflowers and
daisies.
Well I think I am- and this is why!
They are sunshine yellow, and doesn't that lift just about
everyone's spirit?
Two, they look happy, who can resist those
dainty layered petals?
Three, Daisies, symbolize innocence and gentleness.
So, I decided to spruce up some pots with some paint and
cheerful daisies. Just add soil, succulents and fresh air.
There are so many varieties of succulents and as you know they are
becoming increasingly popular. I chose these two based on their
color and interesting natures.
For my red pot I chose Cremnosedum Crocodile. This is such
a beautiful succulent. The leaves on this succulent have rose
contrasting antique like colors. I felt the red pot
accentuated the rose tips of this plant. I prepared a mixture
of moss, a few pebbles and potting soil in order to create a
porous soil. Succulents like well drained soil. Add bright
light and do not overwater.
In my blue pot I planted the Sempervivum Arachnoideum
(cobweb) succulent. A very interesting plant which
appears to be covered in a web. (This is a baby one and still
is new at forming webs.) It has delicate leaves
and will provide soft, delicate rosette blossoms. Once again
porous soil, do not overwater and bright light.
Place on your favorite outdoor table, pour some lemonade,
put your feet up and enjoy your Sunny days-
Please Join me at these Parties
The View From Right Here
The Thrifty Groove
Have A Daily Cup Of Mrs. Olson
Cozy Little House-Tweak It Tuesday
A Stroll Through Life-Inspire Me Tuesday
One More Time
I too love succulents this is a cute idea ! Would love it if you came by One More Time and share it http://www.onemoretimeevents.com/2013/05/share-it-one-more-time-features-and_26.html
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Those are very cute. So you hand paint them? Are they the little cans or bigger ones - it's hard to tell in the photo. I just love them and it's something I could do. I bet your home is full of cheer. sandie
ReplyDeleteOh, Jemma. SOOOOO cute. Nice work! Susan
ReplyDeleteLooks great Jemma! So cheerful.
ReplyDeleteCute, cute cute! Love the flower glued on!
ReplyDeleteJenna
Jemma, they are super cute! I love the colors on the pots, so striking!
ReplyDeleteHi Jemma,
ReplyDeletethose look so cute. I love the added daisy. At Home Depot a while ago, they had shallow pots planted with succulents for about $12. I loved the way they looked, and have been meaning to transplant some of my succulents that are in the ground into a couple of pots. Thanks for your inspiration!
Have a great day!
~Lili
Jemma, I love succulents and these painted pots are really adorable! What a cute little gift these would make also! Diann and I think you for TTF!
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