I had so much fun creating these for myself and for gifts! This is an easy an inexpensive project, and when winter is over the succulents can be potted up and placed outside. I got a variety of succulent cuttings from my friends at Harddy Succulents - if you go to my Instagram page @jagcagdesign, you will find a link to Harddy with a 5% off coupon. Rosette type succulents and delicate hanging succulents (like String of Pearls) work well for this project.
Tools and Materials
- pine cones
- succulents
- screws
- twine
- cup
- hot glue
- moss
Have a question about this project?
I'm assuming that gluing in the succulents does not kill them? Did you use a low temp glue? These are very pretty and so unique. Great housewarming gift idea!
She said she used low temp in the article.
Stunning idea!! Did you treat the pine cones with a bug spray before starting to use???
Question...I am in Baton Rouge, La. and I cannot find this large of a pine cone. Another thing--the cones pedals are closed up so it is impossible to insert anything between pedals. Where do you find Sugar Pine cones? I think I would pay for shipping and postage if you have any around you.
Will the cones not close up again after the succulents and moss are in place due to regular misting, etc. ???
Hi there - thank you for responding. However, I did a test with one of the cones I had baked - ran just a little water from the tap over the cone last night - it completely closed up !!! So I believe a light spray with some kind of sealant is required - will spray them upsidedown to ensure the product gets under the scales. I'll let you know how they turn out.