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Potting Succulents into Glassware using Expanded Clay

3571 Views 412 Liked Posted on: January 29th 2019
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This method is fantastic for creating indoor glass succulent displays that looks dramatic and will get all your friends talking. The method uses Expanded Clay, which is available at selected Succulent ART retailers. These displays require very little maintenance and will last for years to come.

Plant Selection

Many species of succulents can be potted up using this method. Sansevieria and Gasterias are a perfect choice, as are Aloes, Euphorbias, and Haworthias. Trailing varieties, like Senecio and Rhipsalis are fantastic also, as they trail down the side of your glassware as they grow. We used in this picture Rhipsalis pilocarpa. Choose varieties that prefer part shade, as we will be placing the glass container indoors. Ensure that your succulents are well established and have an ample root system.

Step by Step Guide

Step 1
Choose glass containers that have no drainage holes. Vases and drinking glasses are perfect choices. Transparent containers are preferable so that you can see and maintain water levels.
Step 2
Place a small piece of charcoal in the bottom of the container. This helps keep the water clean and clear.
Step 3
Rinse the expanded clay balls to get rid of any dirt or dust. Fill your container with the expanded clay.
Step 4
Apply a controlled release fertiliser as directed.
Step 5
Prepare your succulents by rinsing any soil off of the roots. Plant into the expanded clay.
Step 6
Fill the vase with water to one third the height of the container. Maintain this water level for the life of the plant. Through capillary action, the expanded clay will deliver the water from the bottom of the vase to the succulent's roots.

Care & Maintenance

Water
Keep the water level to no more than one third of the container's height. Check the water level regularly and top up if needed. This is a great potting method as it requires little maintenance - You should only need to top the water level up every few months.
Aspect
Containers planted using this method should only be placed indoors or in an undercover area. Position your succulents in an area where it can receive adequate light, such as next to a window.
Fertiliser
Use a controlled release fertiliser once a year. This will give your succulents adequate nutrition to help keep them healthy. Apply as directed.
When to Plant
Succulents can be potted up any time of the year. Certain tropical species of succulents which are ideal for indoor living, like Sansevieria, may not be available to purchase in the winter months.
Maintenance
Occasional pruning and the removal of dead leaves will keep the succulents in good health.
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