Minimalist Christmas decorations with succulents – step by step instructions

The minimalist and modern interior design requires completely new strategies for the Christmas decoration. The succulents have proven to be a particularly useful material for this type of design. In the following lines you will learn how to make a decorative wreath from these and create a unique Christmas decoration with succulents. Stick with it and let yourself be pleasantly surprised!

The necessary materials for the Christmas decoration with succulents
For a door wreath made of succulents, the first thing you need is a mat. You will also need a certain amount of moss with which to fill the holes in the mat. Ultimately, of course, it depends on the good selection of succulents. Suitable species are aloe, thick leaf, and others that together make up an appearance that is full of different colors and textures.

preparation
Cover the area you will be working on with a piece of paper and soak the wreath pad in water for ten minutes. If you want to hang the wreath, attach a flower tie to its back.
Now remove the succulents from their pots and remove the soil from each individual root system.

Prepare everything before starting the project

Plan your design by arranging the succulents in a circle similar in size to this one that you are indeed going to be crafting.

Drill holes

You have to carefully drill holes in the base of the wreath

Drill holes in the wreath base with a screwdriver or other tool. The aim is to make room for the succulent root system in the soil and moss. You can use scissors to cut the mesh around the hole for more space.
After you have brought the roots into the wreath, you can now cover them again with moss. In order for you to secure the root system even more, you should apply floral brooches around the roots. This part of the succulent crafting process is very important so that the construction will last for several weeks. It can hold out for up to a couple of weeks without falling apart.
The watering
The succulent wreath is “alive” and you have to take care of it accordingly. Once a week you should leave it in the water for fifteen minutes. You can of course do this more often if it feels too dry. So that this Christmas decoration appears alive for a long time, it should be hung or placed in a place where the sun shines for at least a few hours.

You then have to attach and fasten the succulents to the wreath base

Why a door wreath and Christmas decorations made of succulents?
The first advantage is obviously the current appearance, which goes well with even a minimalist and ultra-modern home. It writes well in the formal language of these styles and enriches them with texture and colors. On top of that, this decoration is alive, freshening the air, and making a great project for plant lovers.

The door wreath made of succulents is original and through such a project you can teach your children new DIY skills.

A great DIY project that you can do together with your children