Large cast clam shells make stunning planters.
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Many of the wonderful ideas for these large clam shell planters are arrangements with faux greens and faux flowers with the base being floral foam as well as moss. You will find tips on how to create a gorgeous display in your clam shell planter throughout this post using succulents, orchids and other florals both faux and real with fillers such as moss and different types of greenery.
A faux blooming orchid is planted in a giant resin clam shell bowl with dark faux soil and moss.
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A mix of mini orchids and plants potted in an aged terracotta clam shell planter.
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How to Create a Floral Arrangement in a Clam Shell
Fill a clam shell with some moss covered foam and add faux flowers. For a floral arrangement with real flowers, soak the block of floral foam with water until saturated. The moist foam can keep your flowers fresh for up to a week.
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Use Floral Foam to Secure Arrangements
To create any kind of lush arrangement with greenery or faux flowers in a giant clam shell, use some Floral Foam (Amazon) to secure the faux plants.
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How to Ensure Drainage for Life Plants
When using giant clam shells as planters for life plants, it's essential to ensure proper drainage. Some giant clams are sold with drainage holes, but you could easily drill holes in the shell or use a layer of gravel at the bottom before adding soil.
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Succulents are a very popular choice to place in giant clam shell planters. They are easy going plants that don't need to be watered much. Use the appropriate kind of potting soil for succulents and water sparingly and only when the soil is dry.
Small succulent plants are set into potting soil. Shell chips and sea glass are sprinkled on top.
