Sharing a project

10 years ago

This is my project inspiration...

I am new to the site - just uploaded lots of pics on my project in my 'idea book' - still trying to figure out how to share them...!! Help please?

It says 'collaborate' to share, but I don't have email addresses, as mentioned I'm new to the site.. - how can I share to all in general?

Regards

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hookilau

10 years ago

I'm not sure if I'm doing it right, but that's not how I use this board. Collaborating as you've described, is what I use Pinterest for.

This board, once upon a time, had been a GardenWeb board and it was acquired (if that's the right word) a few years ago by Houzz.

It had been previously used for people to share practical information about growing plants with specifics. Ya know, as in 'what's wrong with my (fill in blank)'....

I don't use Houzz, I'm an old GW member & when Houzz acquired GW, they acquired us too =)

Soooo, yeah =)

As a dinosaur, I think I'd like to be thought of as a Pterodactyl, no particular reason, but if I had to choose one, I'd be that.

So, in closing, this Pterodactyl doesn't rightly know how to do what you are asking, in terms of 'collaborating', but can certainly tell you, if you aren't in zones 9-11, such an arrangement will be difficult to maintain.

Even then, the lack of drainage is an issue.

I expect that this particular picture is of an arrangement at a commercial business, and as the assorted succulents grow, up, out or around, to maintain the symmetry, they are removed, discarded, and a more suitable replacement added.

Quite beautiful, but elaborate and worthy of a wedding site or some such place I'm sure =D

We are mostly home growing enthusiasts & I think you will find that our arrangements are not on this scale.

Limitations in caring for succulents are many and often like fighting an uphill battle if you try to make them fit a mold, they did not evolved to handle.

I'd love to see if you decide to build this sort of thing on a smaller scale, more practical scale, or otherwise really!

If that's the case, simply post a pic to the board =D

Have you any succulents you share your living space with?....If so, we'd love to see =D

We're a bunch of looky-lou's, haha

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Joelene Beylefeld
Original Author
10 years ago
hi, thanks for your comments and input.

I am also a newbie home grower. I decided on this project as a Memorial garden for my mother whom recently passed, that's why I decided to go a bit overboard the norm..

Here's some pics of progress - just about complete. There are a lot of new plants so I'm hoping in a few months there will be a big difference and a lot of growth!!

Succulent Memorial Garden for mom · More Info

Succulent Memorial Garden for mom · More Info

Succulent Memorial Garden for mom · More Info

Succulent Memorial Garden for mom · More Info

Succulent Memorial Garden for mom · More Info

Succulent Memorial Garden for mom · More Info
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Crenda 10A SW FL
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
Here's the link to your project, Jolene -

http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73076500/thumbs/succulent-memorial-garden-for-mom

Nice project and a fitting memorial! (Oops! We were typing at the same time.)
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Joelene Beylefeld
Original Author
10 years ago
thanks, just came right
Crenda 10A SW FL
10 years ago
One thought - - - did you drill drainage holes in the fountain? If not, please keep an eye on your plants for rot.
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hookilau
10 years ago
Well that's awwwwwesome!!!!

Looks like you're off to a great start with this =) it's lovely.

Where are you located? Here in NY, I'm limited by winter time and, well, other challenges that dictate the type of succulents I can plant.

Your fountain is a beautiful feature, and a wonderful way to honor your mom as well.
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notolover
10 years ago
Agreed--this is a beautiful tribute!
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User
10 years ago
Joelene, what a beautiful memorial to your mother! I also lost my mom (she was born in 53 as well) too young. I have several plants in the garden I planted to remind me of her while gardening...It was a shared passion. I'm so sorry for your loss.

This site is wonderful for advice if you need any help with your fountain planter. I agree that those plants will require excellent drainage to keep them from rotting. Good luck, it looks great. :)
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Honoree Pellerin_zone7b
10 years ago
I saw a video on setting up a fountain like this, but on a much smaller scale. They actually put each plant in its own container, then added pebbles and such to cover opened areas.

I totally agree with the drainage holes too! Being a newbie myself I've had so many of my beauties die because I had them in the wrong soil & container..

This is such a beautiful memorial, I can tell you've put your heart into this.. Best wishes! Keep us updated, I'm looking forward to seeing your journey!
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hoovb zone 9 sunset 23
10 years ago
You need drainage holes in that. You should keep cactus separate from non-cactus succulents. Their needs are usually much different.
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Heather Sipe
10 years ago
Oh wow that looks beautiful! I have a bird feeder that I never used and I've been wondering if I could put some succulents in there. Good luck!!
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aakajx
10 years ago
You've done a wonderful job :) I love it and I'm sure your mum would to.
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bunkfree_4a_canada
10 years ago
Oh, wow - this is really beautiful <3 Great job!!!

I actually have a few photos of similar fountain gardens saved as inspiration, but I haven't come across the right fountain yet. I would be concerned about drainage... when it rains here, it pours and I'd be worried that the tiers would turn into soupy bogs.
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Joelene Beylefeld
Original Author
10 years ago
Hi all,

Thank you for your comments and suggestions.

I did drill drainage holes in each level, and put a layer of stones first before I put the soil, to make sure the holes don't get blocked up..

So far so good, but I'll keep an eye on it.

It's also extremely hot here, so even if we have a good downpour (which is not often - currently in drought) - then it dry out within a day..
Crenda 10A SW FL
10 years ago
I look forward to future updates, Joelene! As with any living memorial, changes will happen over time. You've done a great job!
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Joelene Beylefeld
Original Author
10 years ago
Thank you. I'm looking forward to seeing it in 3 months or so - a lot of babies in there which must come up, and hopefully the hanging tendrils will spread as well..