One of the best things about succulents is the wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. They are also fairly easy to grow, allowing for many creative arrangements. For example, a few years ago the hashtag #succiepotinapot had a moment on Instagram, showing succulents arranged as if they were growing out of mini pots. This succulent decoration idea is just as sweet as it was back then and is inspiring more and more people worldwide (there are already over 6,700 posts with the hashtag). Use these tips toPlant succulents creativelyand try to create a living work of art yourself.
How to plant succulents decoratively
The key to a successful mini succulent garden is good drainage. Although most succulents can survive without water for a few weeks, they cannot tolerate waterlogging or heavy soil. If possible, find a shallow dish with a drainage hole (or drill one yourself) for your plants. In this way you allow the water to drain out of the container. Add a layer of pebbles to the bottom of the tray to keep excess water in the soil and prevent the roots from rotting. Then fill the bowl with cactus soil (a special soil for all types of cacti and succulents).
Succulent decoration as a living work of art
Next, make a rough sketch of the design you want and think about which succulents can bring your artwork to life. If you want to create a tiny succulent bouquet, start by burying a small teracotta pot, cup, or bowl halfway into the soil on the side, then arrange the succulents at the top as if they are growing or spilling out of it. To oneSucculent treeTo make one, place a small piece of wood or a twig on the ground as a trunk and then plant succulents around it to look like leaves. Or arrange the succulents in the shape of a heart or sun.
Succulents come in an endless variety
Also try using different shapes and colors of succulents. A red or pink succulent could be the eye-catcher in the arrangement when combined with green species. Just make sure any plants you use have similar water and light needs.
Once you have selected your succulents, plant them in the ground in the desired arrangement. If you are using an additional item, such as a half-buried mini pot, place it in your tray first before you begin planting. After planting the succulents, water the plants well.
Now you should add a few final details. One option would be to cover the exposed soil with small stones. Use a color like white or black to make your plants stand out, or try arranging different colors in stripes or rows to create a patterned background. Fine sand could also be suitable for a beach theme.
How to care for the cute succulent arrangement
Caring for your succulent arrangement is even easier than designing it. Place the succulent decoration in a sunny spot, indoors or outdoors. Then always pay attention to how moist the soil is. Succulents are more sensitive to overwatering than drought, so allow the soil to dry out completely before watering the mini garden. If the pot is in direct sun, it will dry out more quickly.
You can check whether there is time to water by doing a finger test. Insert a finger into the soil at least an inch and check the moisture. If you feel moisture, wait to water. When it's completely dry, that's itTime to water your plants.
Succulents grow slowly, so your arrangement will likely look like this for quite a while. If they outgrow your design, you can always swap out the plants for smaller ones. Or you can completely revamp your succulent decoration and repot larger succulents.
Imagine a ceramic bowl like a canvas that you can decorate with succulents, then let your imagination run wild! Be inspired by our gallery!
Small works of art in a pot
Sand and sea glass are perfect for a beach-themed design
Beautiful ceramic owl as an eye-catcher in the arrangement
This succulent decoration follows the rules of container gardening and includes Thrillers, Fillers and Spillers
The arrangement of the elements gives it a 3D look
The light gray stones form a good background for the colorful succulents
Succulents in red, purple, and green make the little pitcher look like it's full of leaves.
The small cup with colorful succulents stands out from the dark floor
White and green gravel highlights the pattern of the Haworthia
Several mini pots also look good in a large bowl
Succulent arrangement suitable as a gift
