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    Succulent Pumpkins

    Published: October 18, 2021 | Last Updated: October 18, 2021 | Lisa 1 Comment
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    An ad to make succulent pumpkins, a DIY project for Fall or Thanksgiving centerpieces.

    Succulent Pumpkins are an easy Fall or Thanksgiving centerpiece idea. These will last up to 2 months and are gorgeous for Autumn decorating.

    You can share succulent cuttings with friends to make this craft, and then replant them in your garden at the end of the season. I have made them with girlfriends several times, what a fun craft to do together...

    An orange and green pumpkin topped with succulent cuttings for a Fall centerpiece.Pin

    Craft Supplies You Will Need

    • pumpkin(s) large or small, any size works!
    • assorted succulents cuttings (dirt/roots and dead bits removed)
    • green sheet moss
    • brown paper bag
    • scissors or garden clippers
    • disposable gloves
    • Aleen's Spray Adhesive
    • Aleen's Tacky Glue
    A paper box filled with succulent cuttings and craft supplies to make a succulent pumpkin. Pin

    For several years, I have admired and been fascinated by these pumpkin centerpieces at Rogers Gardens in Corona del Mar, California.

    I took a workshop and that is how I learned exactly how to make them at home. They are so easy once you know the secret tips.  

    A bright orange pumpkin topped with different colored succulents for a Thanksgiving centerpiece.Pin

    Looks so pretty to have different textures and colors of succulents...

    A white pumpkin topped with succulent cuttings for a Fall centerpiece. Pin

    You could host a craft party, and do this project with friends and family. Have each person bring cuttings from their gardens and the supplies to share...

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    Top Project Tips

    • Add larger succulents in the center, have some smaller ones tucked in at the edges, and something trailing looks really nice.
    • You really can't go wrong, all the succulents blend so beautifully together.
    • The glue dries in 6-8 hours, dries completely clear, and will not hurt the succulents.
    • Pick your succulents with these tips in mind.

    a thriller - dramatic larger focal point

    a filler - smaller items to fill in the gaps

    a spiller - something trailing or hanging down

    A white pumpkin showing the succulents glued on top with a note to replant them in your garden. Pin
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    Let's Make Succulent Pumpkins

    Step 1: Pick a pumpkin to decorate, any size will work. You can take the stem off the pumpkin or leave it, but don't carve the pumpkin.

    Step 2: Snip your succulents pieces. If you buy them, remove the dirt and roots. The succulents will live on the pumpkin, as you will mist with water weekly.

    Step 3: Cut a brown paper bag open for a work surface.

    Step 4: Spray adhesive spray or tacky glue on top of the pumpkin, cut a circle of moss that fits the top of the pumpkin. Press the circle of moss on the pumpkin.

    Step 5: On a brown paper bag, pour fast grab tacky glue. Dip the largest succulent cuttings into the glue and push them into the center of the moss circle. Use a lot of glue so the pieces stick.

    Step 6: Continue to add succulents and fill in until the moss is covered.

    Step 7: Add some trailing pieces of succulents, some thrillers, and vary the colors and textures of the succulents.

    Step 8: Care for your succulent topped pumpkin, mist once a week, and clean out any dry leaves or twigs.

    The glue does not hurt the succulents, as long as you mist them weekly with water, they should last almost 2 months.

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    Succulent Pumpkin Care and Watering

    Keep out of direct sunlight and rain. Indirect sunlight is best, and you can keep the pumpkin indoors or outdoors as long as under a covered patio. Mist with a spray bottle every week, if it's is wet, don't water, if super dry give it a spritz of water all over.

    PRO TIP: Your pumpkin succulent should last as long as the pumpkin which can be 2 months or longer.

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    For more fall table ideas, try my: Thanksgiving Table Pumpkin Flower Centerpieces, and be sure to take a peek at my Fall Recipe Collection for delicious recipe inspiration.

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    Save the seeds from Jack-o-lantern pumpkin carving! Roasted Pumpkin Seeds are great to top soups and sprinkle on salads. And they are a perfect low-carb keto snack idea. Roasting pumpkin seeds with buttery crunchy goodness is a simple recipe to make every Fall, and quite a fun tradition.
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    Succulent Pumpkins ~ Fall or Thanksgiving Centerpieces

    Succulent Pumpkins are easy Fall or Thanksgiving centerpieces to DIY. These will last up to 2 months, and are gorgeous for Autumn decorating.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Active Time25 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Yield: 1
    Calories:
    Author: Lisa Hatfield
    Cost: $20

    Equipment

    • Felco Garden Pruner

    Materials

    • 1 pumpkin(s) large or small
    • 12-20 small assorted succulent cuttings (dirt/roots and dead bits removed)
    • 1 piece green sheet moss
    • 1 brown paper bags
    • 1 pair scissors or garden clippers
    • 1 pair disposable gloves
    • spray adhesive Aleen's brand
    • tacky glue Aleen's brand
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    Instructions

    • Pick a pumpkin to decorate, any size will work. You can take the stem off the pumpkin or leave it, but don't carve the pumpkin.
    • Snip your succulents pieces. If you buy them, remove the dirt and roots. The succulents will live on the pumpkin, as you will spray with water weekly.
    • Cut a brown paper bag open for a work surface.
    • Spray adhesive spray or tacky glue on top of the pumpkin, cut a circle of moss that fits the top of the pumpkin. Press the circle of moss on the pumpkin.
    • On a brown paper bag, pour fast grab tacky glue. dip largest succulent cuttings into glue and push into the center of the moss circle.
    • Continue to add succulents and fill in until the moss is covered.
    • Add some trailing pieces of succulents, some thrillers, and vary the colors and textures of the succulents.
    • Care for your succulent topped pumpkin, mist once a week, and clean-out any dry leaves.

    Notes

    Succulent Pumpkin Care and Watering

    Keep out of direct sunlight and rain. Indirect sunlight is best, and you can keep the pumpkin indoors or outdoors (as long as under a covered patio). Mist with a spray bottle every week, if it's is wet, don't water, if super dry give it a spritz of water all over.
    PRO TIP: Your pumpkin succulent should last as long as the pumpkin which can be 2 months or longer. These succulents can be replanted right back into pots or back out in your garden.

    Top Project Tips

    • Add larger succulents in the center, have some smaller ones tucked in at the edges, and something trailing looks really nice.
    • You really can't go wrong, all the succulents blend so beautifully together!
    • The glue dries in 6-8 hours, dries completely clear, and will not hurt the succulents.
    • Pick your succulents with these tips in mind.
    a thriller - dramatic larger focal point
    a filler - smaller items to fill in the gaps
    a spiller - something trailing or hanging down
     

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    1. Nancy Buchanan says

      October 22, 2018 at 10:44 am

      Absolutely gorgeous and so perfect for So Cal! I love the classes at Roger's Gardens - sooooo fun!!!

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