Happy Monday, Friends! Maybe you're like me and love bringing the outdoors inside but haven't always had the best luck with houseplants. After finding several bargain plants last month, I have been gradually cultivating a haven of greenery and today I'm sharing what's worked for me
1. Hunt bargains!
First, I rarely buy "new" or conventional pots--notice this fern layered in a burlap bulb bag, vintage linen, and urn. I scored all of the asparagus fern in this post marked down' at Lowe's, so be sure to shop the clearance plant section first...
...and don't forget to "clip" your coupons. Last month, my local grocery store (HEB) had $3 off coupons for these large beauties! On the left, I tucked the first sturdy plastic grow pot inside a large basket before finding the perfect containers for the other two.
2. Look up!
Create lovely focal points and optimize space by utilizing vertical space. Here, mismatched yard sale and dollar store hanging baskets are connected with a simple S hook. Stay tuned to see my simple crochet trim glow-up, coming soon!
3. Bring on the baskets!
Shop thrift stores and yard sales for baskets or wicker hampers--they make charming planters when paired with a hidden plastic pot and saucer.
This large wall basket creates a pretty propagation station for these mini crocheted hanging planters.
4. Repurpose vintage decor!
These milk glass spice jars and the candle sconce below become unique plant containers/propagators.
5. Group an assortment of small plants together for a big impact!
Think outside the box to give a room a new look--style a plant sanctuary mantel, gallery wall, or "shelfie."
6. Gather from your garden and just add water!
Save money and take the guesswork out of watering by growing plants in water like the rosemary and English ivy cuttings gathered from my garden and pictured above. Below, tall bamboo stems--discovered on clearance at Lowe's--flourish in a rectangular basket. The secret? They thrive in large florist tubes of water plus most cuttings will root in water, which means more free plants!
7. Make it whimsical!
Personalize your plant displays by adding a little touch of whimsy whether it's a thoughtful gift that brings a smile to your face like the John Derian mushroom ornament I received from Dear Firstborn...
...or a funky disco ball planter! If you're like me and missed Trader Joe's viral sensation because there isn't a store near you, I found mine at Hobby Lobby in the wedding section for $5! Who knew?! 😉
Happy planting!
