Do you have an outdated plant pot that’s in need of an update? Check out this easy DIY plant pot makeover, as well as my top 5 favourite houseplants.
There’s something amazing about being out in nature. It’s so calming and grounding, isn’t it?!
Growing up on a farm and now raising my family on that same farm, I’ve always been surrounded by loads of wide open green space that I am grateful to call home. Nature sure is a beautiful thing!
With more time at home these past couple months, I’ve been reviving and expanding our house plant crew in an attempt to bring the joy nature gives me to the inside of our home. It’s working!
Today I’m sharing an easy DIY plant pot makeover, as well as my top 5 favourite house plants.
Let’s get to it!
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Easy DIY Plant Pot Makeover
Materials Needed
- Outdated Plant Pot
- Chalk Paint
- Paint Brush
- Cricut Explore Air
- This is what I used to make my vinyl sticker. If you don’t have a Cricut Machine, check out Etsy for custom vinyl stencils.
- Spray Polyurethane
- Plant
STEPS
1. Paint the pot with your desired color of chalk paint. Apply numerous coats until you achieve your desired look.
2. Once dry, seal the chalk paint by applying a couple coats of the polyurethane.
3. Adhere the vinyl sticker to your pot.
4. Plant your plant directly in the pot or drop it in.
Tip: If your pot allows, keeping your plant in the plastic pot and dropping it in your decorative pot will allow for better moisture monitoring especially if your decorative pot does not have drainage holes. Dropping it in allows you to see the water run through the drainage holes on the bottom, knowing you’ve given it enough water.
MY TOP 5 FAVOURITE HOUSEPLANTS
1. SNAKE PLANT
Photo Credit: The Sill
Type: Succulent
Light Requirements: Indirect. But, are tolerant of a variety of light conditions.
Water Requirements: Water every two weeks, allowing the soil to completely dry between waterings.
Design Tip: Makes a big vertical impact, so it would look great in a corner.
2. HEARTLEAF PHILODENDRON
Photo Credit: The Sill
Type: Tropical
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect sunlight. Direct light will burn the leaves.
Water Requirements: Water weekly. Allowing soil to dry out half way between waterings.
Design Tip: Display in a plant hanger or on a high shelf and enjoy this trailing beauty.
3. STRING OF HEARTS AND/OR STRING OF PEARLS
Photo Credit: The Sill
Type: Succulent
Light Requirements: Bright, direct sunlight.
Water Requirements: Water every two weeks, allowing the soil to completely dry between waterings.
Design Tip: Display on the upper shelf of a bookcase and watch the heart (or pearl) filled strands trail down, styling the shelves below it.
4. MONSTERA DELICIOSA
Photo Credit: The Sill
Type: Tropical
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect sunlight.
Water Requirements: Water weekly. Allowing soil to dry out half way between waterings.
Design Tip: Elevate your Monstera by placing it on a plant stand.
5. FIDDLE-LEAF FIG
Photo Credit: The Sill
Type: Tropical
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect sunlight.
Water Requirements: Water weekly. Allowing soil to dry out half way between waterings.
Design Tip: Looks stunning placed in a basket on the floor.
Tip: Fiddle-leaf figs are known for being a bit finicky, but they really aren’t as hard as some may think. If you’re hesitant, start small. Purchasing a smaller plant takes the pressure off and lowers your investment.
BONUS: MAJESTY PALM
Photo Credit: Pottery Barn
Type: Tropical
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect sunlight.
Water Requirements: Water 1-2 times per week allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings, but never let the soil become completely dry.
Design Tip: Just like the Fiddle-Leaf Fig, these look fabulous displayed in a basket on the floor.
And there you have it, my top 5 favourite houseplants!
I keep an ongoing list of plants I wish to add to our home. Share your favourite houseplant in the comments below and maybe it’ll make my list!
Are artificial houseplants more your style? I’ve rounded up the best artificial versions of my Top 5 Favourite Houseplants. Click on the images below for full product and pricing details.
ARTIFICIAL HOUSEPLANT SOURCES
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