10 Posts for Those Who Love Plants & Gardening
I have been in SUCH a gardening mood lately. Since we’ve been stuck at home, the only place I want to be is outside… in our yard, working on the patio, in our new little garden (more on that soon!), on the front porch (pictured above), on the balcony, walking the dogs, taking a ride in our RZR (lots of people in our community have these instead of golf carts because mountain living)– basically anywhere there is sunshine and fresh air, that’s where I want to be. Is anyone else in the same mindset these days? The weather has finally turned a corner here in Salt Lake, and I’m soaking up spring like it’s my job. I’ve compiled so many plants & gardening posts over the years, I thought it would be fun to compile my top 10 favorites… the ones I keep coming back to, time-and-time again to reference. If you’re someone who loves plants & gardening, or are just wanting to spend more time outside, click through for 10 inspiring posts and DIY projects to try! I’ve also got more coming this spring. I’m currently dreaming up some exciting exterior plans & projects, and some of them will happen sooner rather than later (a garage trellis DIY, some mini exterior makeovers, our small urban garden reveal, hiding the HVAC units, etc). You’ll have to check back for those. In the meantime, here are 10 good ones to get you going…
#1 // How to Repurpose a Candle Into a Succulent Centerpiece
I love burning citronella candles (catch that DIY tutorial here) in the summer months and once they’re burned down, I’ll either reuse the vessel for a candle- or turn it into a planter. The larger ones make beautiful centerpieces. In this post, I share my easy process for repurposing a candle into a succulent arrangement that is perfect for an outdoor table!
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#2 // Tiered Herb Garden DIY
This is my most recent plant post… I shared my tiered herb garden on the blog last week, and it’s already producing for us! We used the rosemary and oregano for homemade pizza last Friday (that’s kind of a new thing we’ve been doing… pizza Fridays- my readers & friends are rubbing off on me). Anyway- this classic herb garden is budget-friendly, really fun to assemble, and even more functional for cooking and aromatherapy!
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#3 // Large Outdoor Planter Roundup
Large planters are the easiest way to create an outdoor vignette. I like positioning them under exterior sconces or porch lights, flanking the front door, or in between garage doors. Their large scale really helps to ground & balance the vignette, while adding texture or color- depending on what type of plant you choose. I’m a sucker for topiaries… anything sculptural, really! This roundup post is filled with giant outdoor planters, if you’re on the hunt.
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#4 // How to Install Window Planter Boxes
Much like large planters, I’m equally a fan of window planter boxes. Is there anything more charming?! They instantly add character to your home exterior. I really enjoy swapping the plants in my window boxes seasonally- it has become something I look forward to and welcome. It kind of signifies the start of a new season for me. They’re really easy to install, too!
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#5 // Our Lawn Care Routine + A Printable Checklist
Last spring, I shared our entire lawn care and landscaping routine based on the season. I even created a printable checklist for you guys! I’m all about curb appeal and maintaining what you have. If you’re unsure of how to care for your landscaping and which tools are right for the job, this post should be really helpful!
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#6 // Best of Etsy : LIVE Plants
One question I’ve been getting a LOT lately is- how do you get live plants without leaving your house? That’s a biggie given we’re still sheltering in place and social distancing. In addition to local nurseries and greenhouses now offering delivery, you can also buy LIVE plants online and have them shipped. I’ve purchased plants from Amazon, but I’ve also had incredible luck using Etsy. I rounded up a bunch of my favorites in this post. I haven’t had a bad experience yet. It’s a great way to get exactly what you want without leaving your home. They’re always packaged very carefully and ship quickly.
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#7 // Outdoor Succulent Planter DIY
This is my fifth year having these beautiful outdoor succulent arrangements. I put them together each spring and it always surprises me how BIG they get by the time fall arrives. They’re the easiest to take care of (very resilient), they look incredible, and it’s a fun project. Whether you’re adding plants to your porch, balcony, patio, or yard… these are an easy, stylish win.
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#8 // My Favorite House Plants for 2020
If outdoor plants aren’t your thing… I shared my favorite house plants for 2020 in this post! Back in January, I took a trip to my local greenhouse and scouted my favorite varieties. If you’re looking for new ideas and house plants to try- this post is for you! I prefer plants both indoors and out.
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#9 // Best of Etsy : Planters
Again- Etsy has proved to be a valuable design resource for me… in addition to the live plants I mentioned earlier, Etsy is also a great place to find planters. My favorites are the vintage ones! You can find some beautiful handmade, original, unique, and vintage pots for your plants. I rounded up a bunch of my favorites in this post.
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#10 // Amazon Finds : Faux Plants, Greenery, & Botanicals
Lastly, I wanted to include a post for those of you who don’t enjoy the maintenance of real plants (or maybe you don’t have a green thumb?), but like the look of them. Hey- there is nothing wrong with that! I do have a green thumb, and I sprinkle in faux plants because our windows aren’t facing the right direction. Keeping plants alive in our current home has been a challenge, to say the least. I shared a bunch of very convincing faux plants from Amazon in this post, that can be shipped to you in no time at all.
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Is anyone else on a lawn, garden, yard, or planting spree? I certainly am! I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to in the comment section below. We need to finish our little garden, hide the HVAC units, then I think we’ll move to building our garage trellis. We’ll see how everything plays out!
