Will that be miniature? Or succulents?

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Don’t give up on your cracked or damaged stone or concrete bird bath; they make perfect bird bath gardens.  Fill it with succulents, trailing over the edge, or make it into a miniature garden.

Bird Bath Garden

Two of the winners of the Best Succulent Containers contest have been bird baths, made into spectacular planters.  Follow their lead, and make your own.

Hardy succulents planted in a concrete bird bath for a planter
Hardy succulents planted in a concrete bird bath for a planter

Because the soil is so shallow, it’s important to make sure to choose appropriate plants – those with shallow roots and able to withstand drought are best.

Our winner from the Best Succulents Containers contest 2013
Our winner from the Best Succulents Containers contest 2013

Something draping over the edges gives the impression of water – here, Dichondra is used for that effect.

The winning entry of the contest 2012
The winning entry of the contest 2012

Shoes salvaged off the beach (including a diving boot!) are overflowing with succulents, including Sempervivum.  Shells complete the theme.

See how Sensible Gardening and Living got inspired to re-create this birdbath into a planter…