With Labor Day in the rearview mirror, autumn is nearly upon us. If you’re looking for ways to get into the spirit of the season, you can start by updating your home decor. The perfect accent to spiff up your home this fall? Succulent-filled pumpkins!
A beautiful alternative to the carved jack-o-lantern or that bowl of pumpkins and gourds in different colors and shapes, filling a pumpkin with pretty succulents is a great twist on an autumnal decor classic.
All you have to do to achieve this chic look is cut a hole in the top of a pumpkin and scoop out the insides, just as you would when carving a jack-o-lantern. But instead of carving up that pumpkin with a knife, fill it with potting soil instead and plant some succulents in there. The succulents’ unique colors and textures really make the pumpkin pop.
Check out this example posted to Instagram by @cosaverdecr:
How lovely!
If you’re not the DIY type, or you’re worried about your (lack of) gardening skills, you can just order one up from Etsy. This faux pumpkin filled with succulents is priced at $47. It comes with a care sheet so you can make the most of your plant.
The listing suggests that this piece would make for a beautiful centerpiece at Thanksgiving or even at an autumn wedding. It could also make for a great hostess or housewarming gift. It ships free in the United States.
So pretty!
If you’re working with a smaller space, these mini pumpkins planted with succulents are adorable. One 4 x 4 pumpkin is priced at $35. The pumpkin comes in your choice of orange or white.
If you love the look of succulents, pumpkins aren’t the only unique vehicle for decorating with them. As Succulents and Sunshine points out, they look great in a wooden box, in an old book or as part of a wreath.
Check out thispretty autumnal wreath from Etsy that combines both pumpkins and succulents. This would look great on your front door, or as part of your fireplace mantel or hearth display. It’s priced at $69.
Happy fall!
This story originally appeared on Simplemost. Checkout Simplemost for other great tips and ideas to make the most out of life.
