Create A Stunning Succulent Arrangement With Just A Few Simple Supplies

Well, TikTok, you've done it again. Just when we thought we'd seen every adorable DIY planter setup, a new one pops up and has us running to the garden center. And this time, it's all about succulents. This project turns a handful of your favorite succulent plants into a beautiful arrangement — and it takes way less effort than you would think based on the final product. You just need to grab a large pot, fill it with soil, and bury a smaller pot inside on its side. Then, arrange your succulents in a sort of bouquet shape, making it look like they're coming out of the top of the smaller pot. Finish it off by covering the soil in pebbles so it's hidden and the illusion is safe. Another plus is that the pebbles also discourage gnats from setting up a home in your lovely planter.

While the process is simple, the results can vary wildly. Create the living bouquet with the same type of succulent, or try it with a variety plants in a range of heights and textures — go wild with stringy, trailing succulents, some rosette shapes, or even some spikier wildcards in there, too. There so many fast-growing succulent plants, all of which are a great starting point to build a show-stopping feature that will continue to grow and evolve over time. And the best part is, this hack takes absolutely no special tools — all you need are some pots, soil, and your favorite succulents to pull it off. The whole project would probably take you an afternoon to complete.

If you're displaying this succulent planter inside as opposed to on a patio, consider colorful succulents that will thrive indoors, such as jade plants, moon cacti, or pincushion cacti. These plants bring a lot of personality and will thrive in less sunny conditions. In fact, these indoor succulents are much less fussy than exclusively outdoor ones, which will only make the whole set up easier to care for. If you fancy getting a bit floral with it, there is one low maintenance succulent that flowers fast — the burro's tail will bring even more depth to your arrangement by popping out bright blooms in its flowering season. 

When you create your succulent planter, be sure to use a well-draining potting mix — there are specialty mixes available just for cacti and succulents to help the plants grow well. Be mindful not to overcrowd the succulents as they will all need a bit of breathing room to thrive. And finally, remember to have fun with all the available textures and colors these plants have to offer to find a style that suits you. 

You can customize the project by choosing the size, color, and material of pots that fit your aesthetic. It's also possible to add extra little embellishments around the succulents. Lean into whimsical fairy garden vibes with a few strategically placed ceramic mushrooms or garden gnomes tending to the flower pot, for example. With all this in mind, you're well on your way to an arrangement that causes anyone who sees it to pause.