Succulents are growing in popularity and are easy to maintain – perfect for home decor! Check out these 25+ unique ways to display succulents.
Okay, plant pals, let’s talk about the little green sensation sweeping the nation – succulents! I’ll confess, until recently, I hadn’t fully embraced the succulent craze.
But then it hit me: why not add a touch of green to my living space without the fear of overwatering? So, here I am, ready to dive into the world of succulent displays.
Now, the real question is: how does one artfully arrange these pint-sized plants without turning the living room into a mini jungle?
Fear not, my fellow green-thumbed (or not-so-green-thumbed) friends, because I’ve scoured the internet and unearthed over 25 genius ways to showcase these delightful desert darlings.
Whether you’re looking to create a serene succulent sanctuary or just want to sprinkle a little bit of nature around your home, these ideas have got you covered.
And the best part? There’s a style for every space, skill level, and, yes, even for those of us who can’t keep a cactus alive.
From chic wall hangings to adorable tabletop arrangements, each idea is a tiny oasis of inspiration. And for those of you thinking, ‘But I don’t have a green thumb!’ – don’t fret!
The succulent world is forgiving, and there’s always the option of going faux. Trust me, some of these artificial succulents could fool Mother Nature herself.
So, are you ready to transform your home into a succulent wonderland? Scroll down to explore a variety of creative and easy ways to display these hardy little plants.
Who knows, by the end of this, you might just find yourself a proud parent to a family of thriving succulents (real or faux – we don’t judge).
How to Display Succulents
Whether you prefer real or faux succulents, there are so many creative ways to feature them in your home. Here are 25+ ways to display succulents.
Chalk Paint Mason Jars
Learn how to make chalk paint mason jars with succulents for spring. Perfect for a kitchen windowsill or a seasonal mantel!
Wine Cork Magnets
These succulent planter magnets are colorful magnets made from recycled wine corks. These pretty little staples will compliment your fridge perfectly!
Vintage Tins and Cactus Succulents
Adding succulents to vintage tins is nothing new, but I'm totally crushing on these colorful cacti succulents! Have you seen anything like this before?
Mini Planters
Make these easy mini planters – the small size makes them perfect for filling with cacti or succulents to decorate your house or give to friends!
Pineapple Planter
This pineapple planter art is just too adorable for words! Perfect to brighten up your room while and bring some life to it. Also makes a great gift.
Mini Truck Planter
Now this is adorable! Michelle used an actual truck planter for this project, but you could also use an old toy truck with faux plants.
Stamped Clay Pots
This idea is brilliant – stamp clay before you bake it to make unique patterns, like on these pretty pots.
DIY Teacup Planters
These easy, adorable DIY teacup planters are the perfect gift for all of the moms in your life. They add an antique touch & are so affordable.
Succulent in Seashell
I would never consider putting succulents in a seashell - until I saw this post! The two combine quite nicely and are perfect for beachy decor.
Gilded Dinosaurs
These are so cute! You could use the same process to display succulents with any animal kid's toy. They also work well for air plants, too.
Modern Vertical Succulent Planter
Vertical succulent gardens are so popular right now, from home decor to wedding decorations, and Walnut Hollow has some beautiful wood pieces that are perfect for creating a modern-looking vertical succulent planter.
Faux Succulent Terrarium
Learn how to make a faux terrarium using supplies from the craft store! This is very easy, vintage style home decor.
Galvanized & Tiered
Vent caps are not just for A/C systems anymore! Use them to make a cool, tiered planter. This is a fun way to display succulents that looks great in a kitchen or living room.
Plant Succulents in a Birdcage
Can you believe a bird cage was used to display succulents? I absolutely love how pretty this is, and it would look great on a screened in porch.
Sand Terrariums
These sand terrariums are a perfect pairing of a craft you loved as a kid combined with painted succulents! It’s really easy to do with any colors.
Bucket Display
This cute hanging garden would look great in your home, but is also perfect for an event or wedding.
Scrap Wood Planters
Any scrap piece of lumber can become a succulent planter when you add some fun paint colors. All you need to make the hole is a drill and some bits.
Living Wall Hanging
Turn a shadow box into a vertical planter by adding soil, mesh, and succulents! The results are so pretty and this would look great in any room of your home.
An Old Typewriter
How awesome does this look? I love when you can repurpose something with character like this typewriter. If you want to display succulents in the coolest way possible, grab an old typewriter.
DIY Hanging Himmeli Plant Holder
Can you believe this planter is made out of straws? I think it's a really cute idea and perfect for hanging your succulent.
Upcycled Faux Copper Succulent Planter
Learn how to make an upcycled faux copper succulent planter! Turn anything into faux-aged copper and add some succulents to create a DIY planter!
Book Succulent Planter
This is so neat! Turn your favorite read into a book succulent planter. I want to do this with Pride and Prejudice!
Make Recycled Succulent Planters
Turn empty tin cans into adorable succulent planters perfect for gifting with some burlap and lace!
DIY Driftwood Planter Made With Cedar
Get a tutorial for a DIY driftwood planter, using a trunk of a cedar tree! Utilize nature to make a beautiful succulent planter.
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