A small succulent garden is perfect for those looking to have a modern and delicate decoration at home. The combination of small succulents, ornaments, and imagination can create a charming and welcoming environment. Below, check out tips on how to set up your own mini garden, the main care for the environment, and also discover unique decorative ideas:
What is a succulent mini garden?
Known for creating a unique environment, a succulent mini garden is a combination of small plants and decorative ornaments in a container. According to landscape designer and gardener João Sabino, mini gardens can be built in pots, glass containers, and shallow bowls. Moreover, they can be assembled in decorative pieces, capable of bringing even more charm to the surroundings.
It’s important to note that mini gardens should not be confused with terrariums. According to Sabino, “terrariums are made in closed glass containers, thus creating a self-sustaining ecosystem for plant growth.” Although mini gardens can also be created in glass containers, they should be kept in open environments. According to the landscaper, this is because plants like succulents need open and airy spaces to thrive.
How to make a succulent mini garden
In addition to being a modern option, a succulent mini garden is an easy idea to integrate into your decoration. Check out some tips from gardener João Sabino to compose this new environment in your home:
- Materials: according to Sabino, to assemble the mini garden you will need a pot or glass container, plants, substrate, drainage material, gravel, bidim cloth, and sand. Additionally, it’s important to choose decorative pieces, considering your imagination;
- Drainage: the drainage system must be well done, advises Sabino. You will need “a layer of gravel, gravel, pebbles, expanded clay, or even pieces of styrofoam. It will depend on the size of the pot”;
- Substrate: this item is important for the health of the plants, so it’s essential. For Sabino, “the ideal is to use specific substrates for succulents”;
- Lighting: “mini gardens can be placed in partial shade or full sun, depending on the plants used,” recommends the landscaper;
- Assembly: according to Sabino, the mini garden should be assembled as follows: “the bottom of the pot should be covered with gravel; then, a layer of bidim cloth that will act as a filter, and a thin layer of sand. Finally, add the substrate and position the plants and ornaments”;
- Ornaments: to complement the decoration, the gardener suggests using stones, pieces of wood, and miniature houses and animals. “The key is to use creativity”;
- Cost: finally, the average cost of the entire process is R$30. However, you can also use materials and decorations you already have at home.
With these tips, you can already create an incredible succulent mini garden! Next, see some basic care to maintain this decoration for many years in your home.
Tips and care for a succulent mini garden
Succulent cultivation does not require much work, as the plants do not need frequent watering and adapt well to environments. However, mini gardens require some basic care to preserve their beauty and longevity.
