Do you remember the Living Spring Centerpiece and the Fairy Garden projects? Well, I was needing a little “plant time” last week and hopped on over to one of my favorite local nurseries/garden centers (Dickman Farms in Auburn, NY). They have a wonderful greenhouse selection and to my surprise/delight all of their house plants were 50% off! Sa-weet. I knocked myself out.
Now, before I go further, you must know that I was driving hubby’s car listening to the new Coldplay CD Mylo Xyloto for the first time. I pulled up into the parking lot and was completely overcome listening to #5 – You and Me Against the World. Oh. So. Warm and Beautiful… the acoustic guitar and Gwenth’s Chris Martin’s voice. Love….Love.
Where was I? Shopping. I’m not a shopper typically- much to Farmboy’s delight. Plants, plates and ponies are some of my preferred items- much to Farmboy’s dismay. When I need a little retail therapy I head for the local nursery or Marshall’s rather than a horse sale, thankfully- for all of us.
Enough of my late-night, The Clone Wars is on (they all look the same)- pontificating. Here is the “how to” part.
Take a large container with no hole and fill the bottom third with gravel for drainage unless you plan to use a saucer of some sort to catch the water. Be especially sensitive to moisture when using a container with no drainage. Low and wide is better since it will be displayed on a table indoors.
Fill the remainder of the container with potting soil.
Get together all of your plant goodies…
Arrange low growing, mossy plants in the front and center of your Fairy Garden and add the taller ones to the back. Once your plantings are finished water gently until evenly moist.
* I found some wonderful Fairy furniture to add to my indoor garden at Dickman’s! Here is a link to fairy furniture images.
Be sure to add a stone path, some boulders (small rocks) and whatever you can think of to add ambiance! I wish that I could string lights in my little fairy garden. Wouldn’t that be great?!
This little garden has been inhabited so far by the following: Zoobles, My Little Ponies and Princess Polly Pockets. I think its magic is working. Soon, word will get out and the fairies are bound to come. We have recently put little Santa hats out and decorated the place for Christmas. I’m thinking that it’s enchanting- I think the fairies will agree.
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How enchanting! If I see any fairies I will send them your way!
By Lowell Mather on 12.20.11 2:16 pm | Permalink
You never cease to amaze me with your many talents. Your children must find you fascinating. They see you create beautiful things on your easel in the kitchen, beautiful things in your outdoor gardens, beautiful things with your camera. One day they’ll say to each other, “Remember the Christmas she created that incredible fairy garden?” “Oh, I do! She had me convinced I would see fairies. I think she felt it too.” And they’ll both smile.
Merry Christmas, Michelle. You bring joy to a lot of people.
By Gail Richards on 12.20.11 3:52 pm | Permalink
Love your share on making of a Fairy Garden Thank you & Merry Christmas to you and yours Annie & the Moo’s of Authentic Haven Brand
By Annie Haven | Authentic Haven Brand on 12.20.11 5:43 pm | Permalink
Michelle, I’m sorry I didn’t get to see this beautiful little garden when I stopped by yesterday! I saw some fairy furniture in Cazenovia a couple weeks ago and was tempted to buy some but I think I’ll go to Dickman’s instead. Wishing you and your family a Very Merry Christmas!
By Valerie on 12.20.11 9:01 pm | Permalink
Thanks so much Valerie! Definitely check out Dickmans! They usually have a good selection but it will get better in the spring. Merry Christmas to you and Your family too! xoxo!
By michelle on 12.21.11 1:37 am | Permalink
Merry Christmas Annie to you and your Darlings!
By michelle on 12.21.11 1:40 am | Permalink
Gail, your posts never cease to encourage and lift me up. Thank you. Merry Christmas to you and your family. xoxox Michelle
By michelle on 12.21.11 1:43 am | Permalink
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