Oct 9, 2022 · Planting flowers in logs adds an excellent, rustic flare to many garden designs. They blend perfectly in cottage garden styles, add the element of earth and wood to Zen gardens, and can even work well in formal gardens.

Oct 5, 2020 · Log planters can be very large and take up quite a bit of space, or you can use smaller ones and bring them inside for a rustic indoor plant container. Read on to find out how to make a log planter and get some inspiration for log planter ideas for your home and garden.

Jan 19, 2023 · Check out these gorgeous 17 log planter ideas, and after the ideas, you'll find tutorials on how to easily build both horizontal and vertical planters. 1. Vibrant Red Petunias. 2. Miniature Rustic Log Planter with Succulents. 3. Yellow Springtime Blossoms in a Rustic Log Planter. 4. Simple Hollow Log Planter. 5.

Oct 4, 2023 · We'll show you how to make this centerpiece-worthy wood log planter. It's perfect for succulents and will surely add charm to your container gardens or patio table. If you have a pile of logs sitting in your yard for firewood or various other tasks, this project is for you!

Feb 17, 2024 · You can make the opening in your log planter as small or as large as you’d like. You can make it almost as long and as wide as the log itself, so nearly the entire top of the log is available for planting. You can also opt for a smaller opening so more of the log is visible.

Oct 12, 2016 · It’s time to think differently about fallen logs and branches. Don’t view them as “too big for the compost bin” and send them off. Every time you do that you are exporting fertility from your property. Don’t. Instead, use one of these three methods and you’ll not only improve your soil, you’ll keep useful material out of the waste ...

Jan 5, 2010 · Succulents, herbs, and ferns are all beautiful choices for a log planter. The greenery creates a natural look that pairs well with the rustic log, but you can plant anything you like in your log planter including flowers and even vegetables.

In this Instructable I'll show you how I carved out a small log to make a comfy home for a plant! You want a very short segment of a fairly thick log. If the proportions are too long and skinny, your planter will be too shallow and won't be able to support larger plants.

Apr 12, 2012 · Rotten logs with sturdy bottoms work well as planters for small gardens because the interior of the log is so easy to shape. Use a small log as a charming window or patio planter for small plants, or create an inviting annual garden from large logs.

Jan 19, 2018 · Different Ways to Build a DIY Log Planter for Outdoor and Indoor Decor. Explore interesting ideas with logs of different sizes and fill them up with a variety of plants and flowers to see which look you like best, and create a woodland garden that other people will stop and notice.