Plants a plenty

I have been trying to include more plantlife into my house, but I don't have the greenest thumb in the world.  I usually end up killing most of what we have!  Last weekend I headed over to Portland Nursery (the loveliest nursery in town) for some new greenery.  I just knew that the helpful staff there would point me in the right direction - low maintenance, hearty, not easily murdered, plantlife.  Week one has been pretty good.  I replanted them in some lovely containers and they seem to be thriving.  I got two snake plants, another one I can't remember the name of, and two succulents.  I used to despise succulents, but have really grown to love them.  I am on the hunt for some more intersesting ways of potting plants and have come across some lovely options!  

The sake cup.  I actually saw this on etsy awhile ago, and copied the idea for my two succulents that I bought last weekend.  I found some beautiful blue and white cups and planted the two little guys in them.  I can't find the picture right now, but here are some sake cups to inspire you - this was a super easy, quick and cute project! 

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The vintage planter.  Another completely economical, fun and funky way to go. Etsy is, of course, a great way to find some ideas!

~via domestikate~

The apartment garden.  I am so in love with this idea.  I first saw it on Design Sponge (I think) and have the website bookmarked for the next time I feel like whipping out the plastic.  Great gift idea for anyone in the family and pretty inexpensive, too. 

Boskke sky planter.

The air plant (bromeliad).  I don't know much about these guys, but remember seeing these awhile back at the nursery and thinking they were pretty rad.  I recall that they might be a bit on the spendy side, so may count as an investment in your plant future. 

These here are featured in vintage oak bowls. 

Via www.fernwood.com. 

The terrarium.  My friend Courtney and I have been talking about getting together and making one of these for weeks!  We need to get on that.  They are so cool, and remind me of a fun science project.  There is a great tutorial at Apartment Therapy.

via Apartment Therapy.

Love the idea of one of these guys, but don't feel like getting your hands dirty?  No worries - you can buy one of these adorable orb versions for 28 bucks. 

via CharlotteCramer