Let me start by saying that this is probably my favorite succulents+silver project to date.
I found this large silverplate vessel at the thrift store for $8.99, so much shiny for so little coin. Was it originally a soup tureen? Perhaps a punch bowl? There was no lid, but there is a maker's mark / hallmark.
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| eye catching |
If you have any insight into the age or original use of this silverplate specimen, feel free to share.
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| English Silver Mfg. Corp. |
I bought it for the shape, but also the small nice details like the decorated handles and feet.
For a planter that has no drainage holes you can either use an interior container, or be lucky enough to find some free aquarium gravel at le dump. Yes, I took it before I had the planter, but who isn't always thinking about their plants?
So how did I transform this thrift store find into a lovely succulent planter? Read on for the bare bones tutorial.
Step 1 - Assemble your supplies: planter, gravel, potting soil, plants, and straws.
Step 2 -Pour gravel into container, this will allow for drainage.
Step 3 - Don't forget your straws, these will poke down through the gravel to the bottom of the planter. The dirt will go around them. My idea with this is to bring air down to the bottom of the planter, and possibly help with evaporation or ventilation. I don't know if they actually help, but they don't seem to hurt.
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| breathe easy baby |
Step 4 - Identify plants for transplanting, such as this little beauty who was outgrowing its present home.
Roots coming out the bottom, maybe time for a new home.
Step 5 - Place your straw, add some dirt, add a plant.
Repeat until you have all of your succulents into their new home.
Step 6 - Enjoy! (and water occasionally)
Happy freestyling!
