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How to make a Succulent Planter Box

931 Views 124 Liked Posted on: August 15th 2018
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Succulents
We used: Sempervivum tectorum, Sedum nussbaumerianum, Gasteraloe sp. and Crassula sp.
Materials
Cacti and succulent potting mix, topping (we used sphagnum moss but you can use gravel or pebbles) and your favorite pot, box or container with a drainage hole.
Uses
Large containers are great for patios, verandahs, front entrances and focal points in your garden. They can be positioned indoors provided they are near a window. Smaller containers are perfect for table tops, shelves and window sills.
Maintenance
Prune regularly to keep foliage dense and compact. Fertilise with a controlled release fertiliser as directed. Watering will depend on where the container is placed, see our article How to Plant Succulents into Pots & Containers for more information.
How long will it last?
Succulent containers can last for many years with regular maintenance.

How to Assemble

Drill a hole in the bottom of your container if it does not have a drainage hole. Fill your container one third high with the cacti and succulent mix. Arrange your succulents in the container. Work in odd numbers per species as this has more impact. Choose a grand succulent to place as a focal point in the centre of your design. Then place low, spilling plants around the edge of the container. Place in the gaps medium height succulents. Fill with the remaining cacti and succulent mix and cover with your topping or mulch. Water in well and allow to drain.

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