How to create a garden of succulent sea shells

Succulents are the perfect plants, because they don’t require too much attention and can be planted virtually anywhere, as long as it’s sunny. Plus, they come in so many varieties, each one chic and unique.

This DIY brings a little bit of the beach into your garden by turning seashells into succulent planters.

Gather

Seashells: If you don’t have a beach nearby, you can buy them from a craft store or online. Some beaches do not allow you to remove any items, so always check the signs first.

Succulents: The size of the succulent depends on the size of your shell. I used several 1-inch succulents.

Soil for cacti and succulents

Garden shovel

Gloves

Instructions

1. Place soil into the shell so it is about three-fourths of the way full.

2. Remove the succulents from their plastic pots and gently shake off any excess dirt from the roots.

3. With your fingers, make holes in the soil where you will place your succulents.

4. Place the succulents into the holes. As you make more holes, decide where you want the succulents to go so you have a nice arrangement.

5. Gently place a little more soil at the base of the succulents so they are planted well.

6. Water your new garden and place in a sunny window or outside.

This is another perfect project to do with friends. I like to display groupings in odd numbers, so if you have the space, use three different types of shells, plant them with a variety of succulents and enjoy.

This story was originally published July 29, 2016 at 1:29 PM with the headline "How to create a garden of succulent sea shells."