I wanted a pot for an orchid I purchased, but I didn’t want to spend a lot. I bought a cheap plastic pot and spent hours cutting/drilling a design into it.4yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/orchids
Wife said no more spending on plants, but I told her they were practically paying me to get this.2yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/orchids
Finally found a terracotta color I like! I wanted my clearance phals to have better pots than the cheap plastic ones they come in. $2 including the humidity tray (not including drill bits).2yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/orchids
I made a new friend at work after he saw all the plants in my cubicle. He designs and 3D prints these awesome pots and gave me this one as a present. The wells on the side are for bottom watering the plant!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
Tested positive for Covid so I’ve been sculpting air plant holders in quarantine2yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
We’ve been redecorating our living room and I discovered that if I made prettier looking displays for plants, my wife would let me buy more of them!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
Needed a way to learn the names of my succulents and cacti. Found some supplies at Dollar Tree and with a little hot glue came up with these reusable “plant signs”. I think the next step is to find a good font and print some better labels.5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Giving my niece her Christmas present today. I painted these pots for her based on something I saw on Pinterest!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Cost effective moisture trays: 57cents for each tray, $8 for bag of lava rock. It holds moisture better than stone and after about 10 trays, I still have most of the bag left. Has anyone used crushed lava rock in soil?2yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/orchids
I struggle with losing motivation when results aren’t immediately noticeable. [image]5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/GetMotivated
How many of you buy pots months before you even have the right plant for them? I bought this pot on Mercari probably 6 months ago. Last night he finally got his plant.4yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
I’ll frequently check the clearance rack at home goods stores. I see plants like this and think that they’ll probably just stay there until the get thrown out. Does anyone else buy plants because they feel sad for them and want to bring them home and make them happy again?5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
I gave my wife a manicure after watching a few YouTube videos. Any advice on getting sharper, cleaner lines around the cuticles?4yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/Nails
My niece loved my terra-cotta turtle, so I painted it for her an added a little friend.5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Today’s lunch lifting. Was finally brave enough to ask for the loose plants. The cashier was super cool and wished me luck reviving them. Bought the watch chain.5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/proplifting
Quick propagation tip: I reuse fast food condiment cups and snack bags to create a water propagation cup (I can explain better in comments if needed)5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
When your significant other says you’ve been spending too much time on your “plant hobby”, but they don’t know about your plans to open an Etsy shop5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Bought my mom (Donna) an Echeveria Donna for Christmas. My dad passed away last year and would always get her heart-shaped gifts, so I put it in a heart-shaped pot. Thanks to @thesouthernwindow and u/mrsbear19 for shipping it healthy and adding the cute succulent candle!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Moved my cubicle at work, here’s what helps me stay happy under the weight of corporate drudgery.5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
[Image] I’ve found that as I age, life’s difficulties have become more complex. But I lose hope less frequently than I used to.5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/GetMotivated
It’s hard to believe it’s only been a little over a month since I started this hobby!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
My houseplants combined with my office plants I picked up. Since I’m WFH for a month (for now), going to post a bunch for free on FB marketplace. I’m out of space.4yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/houseplants
Just downloaded a new camera app for my iPhone. It’s macro feature and adjustments are awesome!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Usually I feel too awkward asking cashiers for loose plants. She was very cool and wished me luck!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
So excited to get started in this hobby! Hopefully I can find a good indoor spot for my beginning collection!5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Pay no attention to that man in the shirt and tie. He’s just removing trash from your succulents.5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/proplifting
This was planted a few years ago mby my wife’s grandpa before he passed. Is it a succulent and can it be propagated? It looks healthy and happy, just wondering if I can take clippings and grow in pots.5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
Went to repot this guy (ID?) and the roots are dry and crumble off. Should I just repot in well draining soil and expect new roots or cut off the dead roots?5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/succulents
My soil was WAY too wet, should I let this sit and dry before reporting?5yr ⋅ survive_to_die ⋅ r/cactus
