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How to make a Succulent Jug - No drainage

931 Views 117 Liked Posted on: August 15th 2018
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Succulents
We used: Senecio rowleyanus (String of Pearls), Sempervivum tectorum 'Greenii', Sedum nussbaumerianum and Crassula anomala.
Materials
Ceramic or china jug (does not require a drainage hole, as we will be using The Charcoal Method), charcoal, sphagnum moss, cacti and succulent potting mix, topping ( such as gravel, pebbles or more sphagnum moss).
Uses
A beautiful window sill ornament, or hang it up under cover as an interesting talking piece.
Maintenance
Avoid over watering as this container has no drainage. Keep the water level to no higher than the level of the charcoal. Prune occasionally to encourage new growth. Fertilise with a controlled release fertiliser as directed.
How long will it last?
Succulents planted into containers with no drainage can last for years, provided you take care to not over water them.

How to Assemble

As the jug we are using does not have drainage holes, we are going to use The Charcoal Method to create this Succulent ART project. Place a layer of charcoal at the bottom of the jug. Then place a layer of hydrated sphagnum moss over the charcoal (this prevents the cacti and succulent potting mix from falling in and around the charcoal pieces). Plant your succulents into the jug on top of the sphagnum moss using the cacti and succulent mix. Plant a trailing succulent at the spout of the jug for an appealing 'pouring' effect. Fill any gaps with your topping. Water in, but be careful to not over water as the container has no drainage.

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