Succulents are so popular at the moment, and for a good reason, they are easy to care for, last for ages, and they are just so darn cute! What’s not to love about them?
I’m guessing you probably have a patio table in your yard just like I do; one that has the hole in the center for an umbrella? Living in northern California we reach temperatures over 100 degrees in the summer, so umbrellas are a must. When the temperatures outside reach the triple digits you don’t want to venture outdoors unless you can be in the shade enjoying a cold libation!
We have umbrellas in the center of each outdoor table and while they provide respite from the heat of the day it makes it challenging to set a pretty table with the pole from the umbrella smack dab in the center of the table. I was on the hunt for something I could place around the base of the pole that would serve as an outdoor centerpiece.
I spied this Bundt pan on clearance for $3 and when I noticed how large the center opening was, it got my wheels spinning and I knew it would be perfect as a planter for some darling succulents.
This is such and easy DIY and you can create this in just an afternoon and enjoy for months and months to come! Honestly, it took me longer to pick out the succulents than it took me to put this planter together.
Supplies you will need:
Using your drill, make several holes in the bottom of the Bundt pan.
Fill pan about 2/3 full with your potting soil.
Plant your succulents in the pan, spacing them evenly around the pot.
Fill in with additional soil and press into the pan.
Water your plants.
Remove the umbrella from your table, place the pan over the hole in your table and replace the umbrella. You may want to ask for help with this last step.
Water about once a week, during the hot weather, making sure to allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Step back and enjoy your new centerpiece planter all summer long while you enjoy dining al fresco.