Earlier in the year, my Step-Mom bought and hung some air plants in her home. I loved them immediately; they really struck me as incredibly ethereal and unique. These air plants, or Tillandsia, have been popping up frequently in home decor magazines and boutiques. I have even seen some being sold in a chic, little shop on my street for $60.00+ dollars when mounted in the glass orbs!
Photo courtesy of West Elm.
Never fear, you do not need to spend $60.00 or more on these little celestial displays. The plants can be purchased at a local nursery or online. A couple of sites that will ship to your door can be found here and here. You can buy your display/orb/case on these sites as well. But I suggest going to Michaels, Home Goods, or online shops by googling “Hanging Terrarium” or “Terrarium Orb”. You can find some for $8.00-$15.00. I even suggest checking out thrift stores, antique stores, and yard sales. You could get away with some of these for an unbelievably low price.
They can be suspended, grown on a piece of wood, or used as part of your table display! They are incredibly versatile.
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Photo Courtesy of Apartment Therapy.
Photo Courtesy of Floral Grubb Gardens.
I prefer them suspended. You can hang them with whatever works for you; string, twine, fishing line, etc. I recommend mounting them at different heights to give a more dynamic, whimsical look. I envision them in an office, powder room, or kitchen but they truly would look beautiful anywhere!
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Enjoy!
Although they seem like they are an arid, self suffient plant, they do need attentive care. See here and here for suggested care instructions.
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