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Tiny Tabletop Gardens: 35 projects for super-small spaces?outdoors and in

June 19, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

Giveaway- Tiny Tabletop Gardens: 35 projects for super-small spaces?outdoors and in

Leave a comment in today’s post by June 28, 2017 and you are in the running for this fun book filled with all sorts of great ideas for unusual containers to plant all sorts of your favorite flowers and other growing green things!

No matter how small your space you will find these 35 projects simple and achievable.

Be inspired by Emma Hardy’s beautiful ideas for tiny tabletop displays. Why not try some indoor projects on rainy days; plant some little ferns under glass domes, make Japanese moss balls for the roots of some colorful orchids, or why not create a unique water garden in glass goblets? Make use of any outdoor space you have with hanging lantern planters, little place name pots for a party, a tower of plants, and a beautiful chandelier with small planted glasses. The edible plants chapter has easy-to-grow delicious treats including potted blueberries, an alpine strawberry centerpiece, and much more. Every project has helpful step-by-step instructions and aftercare tips from expert gardener Emma Hardy, so now even those with a minimum of space can enjoy the benefits and joys of gardening.

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Comments

  1. Kimberly L says

    June 20, 2017 at 2:19 am

    Living in a tiny space, my only plants inside right now are some air plants and I would like to have some more greenery, so this book looks really awesome. I added to my list of books I want to read.

  2. Sueann Capela says

    June 20, 2017 at 7:10 am

    Sounds perfect for my small apartment

  3. Linda Reynolds says

    June 20, 2017 at 7:18 am

    I’m wheelchair bound so having a small container garden is perfect for me.

  4. ssjmommy says

    June 20, 2017 at 7:19 am

    This is so cute! I can see designing one for my office space.

  5. Mary Helene says

    June 20, 2017 at 7:43 am

    I would new inspiration for my patio

  6. Maryellen Webber says

    June 20, 2017 at 7:55 am

    This book is just what I have been looking for. Thanks for the chance to win!

  7. Linda Tillis says

    June 20, 2017 at 7:58 am

    My front porch is very small so this would be ideal for that space.

  8. Brenda Sanderson says

    June 20, 2017 at 8:15 am

    What fun projects to make from everyday idems one can find around your own house, garage or your neighbor’s yard sale. This book is just what I could use to make that special gift.

  9. Carrie says

    June 20, 2017 at 8:37 am

    I am new to gardening so this would be perfect!

  10. Joanne says

    June 20, 2017 at 8:47 am

    I’m always looking for new ideas for container gardens

  11. dianelaces says

    June 20, 2017 at 9:01 am

    I am also new to gardening and starting small seems like a great idea. It would also be nice to have something in my office

  12. Rose says

    June 20, 2017 at 9:17 am

    Would like to win this book for ideas to make gifts for family and friends!

  13. Diane says

    June 20, 2017 at 9:22 am

    I love the look of this; it is absolutely adorable and will be perfect for our front entrance way. I love the way the containers are used; between the upcycling and the size of them they can be tucked in anywhere for a colorful accent.

  14. Suzie Quebedeaux says

    June 20, 2017 at 9:38 am

    I recently downsized to a small apartment. This would be perfect to get me started. Thanks for the chance.

  15. yarnaddicted says

    June 20, 2017 at 10:08 am

    I would love to try some of these amazing ideas for small gardens!

  16. Barb Macaskill says

    June 20, 2017 at 11:41 am

    Oooooooooo! I need this in my life! I am starting to get interested in terrariums and would love to have this book to help me get started! That way I might get it right the first time instead of getting the wrong plants or plant combination! Thanks for the chance to win this book! TFS!

  17. Gizala says

    June 20, 2017 at 12:12 pm

    Sounds like a very interesting book. Always looking to bring the outdoors in!

  18. Leonore Mangold says

    June 20, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    I’d love to win this fabulous sounding book! Being older, I’ve tried all sorts of things over the years, but none as appealing as the ideas this book has to offer. I have two daughters who could also benefit from ideas in this book. Thanks for the chance to win.

  19. Sue says

    June 20, 2017 at 1:36 pm

    So cute! I love the tins

  20. spierssusan says

    June 20, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    Love this idea & what fun!

  21. Jeanne Brown says

    June 20, 2017 at 3:03 pm

    Love to garden and a I am always looking for new ideas.

  22. cheryl j soladay says

    June 20, 2017 at 5:29 pm

    I love to garden and the more the merrier I always say! Looking forward to receiving my free book. Lol

  23. Sandy says

    June 20, 2017 at 6:30 pm

    I really need to start small.

  24. Smfsprout says

    June 20, 2017 at 7:38 pm

    This would be perfect for the office cubicle.

  25. Brenda F-O says

    June 20, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    Always looking for ways to brighten up a tiny corner with life! Mahalo for the op to win this book for our public library.

  26. iamvics says

    June 20, 2017 at 10:06 pm

    What a fabulous looking book. I need ideas for my tiny spaces.

  27. Blewing White says

    June 21, 2017 at 12:29 am

    Excellent! Perfect for my place!

  28. Linda Semlor says

    June 21, 2017 at 12:37 pm

    Looks like some great ideas for small places. Gardening doesn’t have to be in a large area! Thanks for the opportunity to add this book to my small library on gardening.

  29. Kerri L Patterson says

    June 21, 2017 at 4:23 pm

    Now here’s a book that excuses all the little tins and containers I save up for no apparent reason! This book is now on my wish list!

  30. Karen Johnson says

    June 22, 2017 at 3:46 pm

    Looks like fun and a creative and inexpensive gift idea.

  31. Donna Pheneger says

    June 23, 2017 at 6:35 am

    We live in an apartment so this book would be amazing. Plus the grand kids would love to help by making things in this book! Thank you for the offer!

  32. Kristen says

    June 23, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    So fun! Always looking for new ideas!

  33. Ellen Moore says

    June 25, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    I would enjoy this lovely book, should I win. I hope it will inspire me to do wonderful things in our condo.

  34. Jackie Bailey Smith says

    June 26, 2017 at 2:31 am

    I would love to win this awesome book. Should I not win, I will do my very best to order it. Thanks for the post!

  35. Crafty and Frugal says

    June 26, 2017 at 6:57 am

    I love container gardening, this looks like a wonderful book. I’m always looking for new ideas.

  36. Brenda Perry says

    June 26, 2017 at 8:25 am

    I am always looking for practical gifts for my friends and coworkers. This would be a delightful book to have I think
    it would inspire me.

  37. Pearl R says

    June 27, 2017 at 1:05 am

    This gardening book looks like the PERFECT way to combine fun crafts and fun gardening!!!

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