Summer is almost here. Is your backyard ready for relaxing summer nights with the family or impromptu barbeques with friends?
To help you get your outdoor space looking great for whatever the season brings, we partnered with Holly and Brad Lauritzen of Our Faux Farmhouse to create a DIY succulent wall that’s perfect for adding a little life and a lot of personality to your backyard. Go big or build small — it’s all about fitting your space, your taste and your budget.
A stop at your local hardware store should take care of the entire list, but if you’re not able to find pots (or plants) you love, head to a local nursery for more variety.
the height and width to determine how big the plant installation should be. For this DIY, we’re creating a 32.5" x 41.5" wall, but you can adjust the number of cedar planks and edging boards you buy based on your preferred dimensions.
Pro tip: The tongue-and-groove boards make for easier installation and have a beveled edge for visual interest.
measuring about 31" wide, and place boards horizontally top of each other to create a planter wall that is approximately 40" tall.
Secure the cedar planks by cutting your 1" x 4" wood planks into two 24" lengths and two 40" lengths, and use drywall screws to secure them around the perimeter. At the back of the top two corners, secure two straight metal braces at 45º angles to help distribute the weight when mounted. Then, cut your 1" x 6" smooth cedar board in half length-wise and secure along the edges with drywall screws, creating a frame.
and mount the plant ring holders on the wall. Before securing, ensure the plants are evenly spaced to give them room to grow without overwhelming each other.
Pro tip: Line up your potted plants on the unmounted wall first to help you determine proper spacing.