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It's very simple to create a "garden" in a glass jar: layer pebbles in the jar, then add fine sand, humus, and a few attractive plants. It sounds simple, but the branches of plants in that tiny "garden" will surely pique your curiosity about where they came from and how they bloom.
Although known for their resilience, these "little friends" also require your time to understand that not all plants can be placed together and that watering them every day isn't always beneficial. Occasionally, set aside your work, spend time talking to your plants, and remember their "preferences." Otherwise, they might leave you, missing the refreshing drops of water during the hot summer days.
When you truly love your garden and dedicate your attention to each sprout and tender green leaf, it will bring you small joys, dispelling fatigue and work stress. Choose a lovely pot and start "gardening"!
Here are some tips to remember before you start "gardening".
- Water-loving plants: lotus, green bamboo, bamboo shoots...
- Plants that require moderate watering: Jade lotus, Buddha's lotus, purple-edged lotus, white and pink lotus.
- Do not like water: Sedum, dahlia, round-leaved jade plant, starfish...
- When combining green plants (fittonia, dwarf palm, miniature pine, etc.) with succulents, they should be placed a little further apart.
- Avoid placing water-loving and water-intolerant plants next to each other. If you must water them together in the same container, be careful to allow the water to balance itself.
- It's a good idea to place a few layers of pebbles at the bottom of the pot to prevent waterlogging.
- The layer of soil and gravel should be about half the height of the pot to ensure aesthetics and accommodate the length of the plant's roots.
The images were taken at RAI Décor (Rustic and Industrial). You can find more information on their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/raidecor
Text: Annie
Photos: Le Giang (Pixel Photography)
