succulent wreath

in mid july we took a trip to the Frederik Meijer gardens and sculpture park in grand rapids michigan.  i photographed this succulent wreath in one of their exhibition greenhouses.

many years ago, i watched Martha Stewart assemble one of these living wreaths with over one hundred plants.  by using a sphagnum wrapped wreath frame, soaked in water, the plants are individually added.  once the design is complete, she recommended keeping the wreath flat for several months while watering to allow the plants to grow into the wreath frame.

this living wreath was so beautiful to me since i had never really seen one in person.  the succulents are commonly grown in California or other humid climates, so i am not certain that i would take the time to attempt to grow one of these in midland michigan.  however, i really love the look, the colors, and the style of this wreath.  i am keeping the idea in mind if i ever have a greenhouse of my own. enjoy!

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