Living wreaths are a great way to creatively display plants. Learn how to make your own living wreath in just a few simple steps.
Make a Living Wreath
Synopsis: Living wreaths are a great way to creatively display plants. Learn how to make your own
living wreath in just a few simple steps.
Keywords:wreath, floral, succulent, plant, how-to
Living wreaths can be hung inside to brighten a room or outside to add interest to a patio or garden. They can be made with
all sorts of green plants and flowers. These unique wreaths are wonderful conversation starters and they are also incredibly
easy to make. These simple instructions will guide you through the process of making a 12" living wreath.
To make a 12” living wreath you will need the following materials:
1 12” Concave wreath form
3 lbs. Sphagnum Sheet Moss (you will probably have some left over)
Bucket or tub for soaking moss
Non-porous gloves for safety
1 16qt. Bag of Potting Soil
1 Spool (also called a Paddle) of Fine Gage Floral Wire
2 Packages of Floral Pins (25 pieces per package)
Long Tweezers or Chopsticks
Spray Bottle (optional)
Great Plants!
If you are interested in saving some money, it is possible to start your living wreath with just a few healthy plants, by
training them to fill in the wreath form over a period of time. If you would rather have a fully finished living wreath
simply use the size of the wreath form to help determine the number of plants needed to fill it. However many plants you
decide on, remember that choosing an odd number will help to keep the design of your living wreath well balanced.