The Bare-Root

An informative blog from Leaf & Clay

Best of Instagram: @rootedinmoss

We love finding fellow succulent enthusiasts who really have a great eye for photography, and such is the case with California native, Erin Spencer Moss. Erin brings a different aesthetic perspective to...

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Succulent Portraits using iPhone and VSCOcam

Taking succulent portraits is super easy, but people tend to over complicate the situation. All you really need is an iPhone (or other mobile camera) and a simple editing app, like VSCOcam....

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Succulent Propagation Mandalas

If you've ever propagated a succulent from a leaf, you know it's a lengthy process. We're talking months and months. Since I'm not the most patient person in the world I decided to...

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Best of Instagram: @mirandahenrietta

The great thing about Instagram is that is allows us to connect with people from all over the world. Although distance may physically separate us from others, our passions and...

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Mini Succulent Arrangements in Unconventional Pots

I quite frequently am asked about how I make my mini succulent arrangements: what type of succulent to use, how often to water, what about drainage holes, when to put it...

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Succulent Terrarium Gardens

Succulent terrariums are the perfect way to bring your succulents indoors as home decor. There are so many different types of succulents, planters, and layers of soil you can use to...

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Best of Instagram: @alliegrows_succulents

The community of succulent enthusiasts is massive, and as a result, it can be very difficult to find the best Instagram accounts to follow. We spend a lot of time...

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Dipped Terra Cotta Succulent Favors

One of our favorite DIY succulent arrangements, perfect for any party or as succulent wedding favors, are the dipped terra cotta succulent favors. This project is a perfect afternoon, outdoor...

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