Decide on your design then start assembling the blocks
Apply a bead of adhesive, then place the block.
Assembling the planter definitely takes two.
Have the second person hold the bottom block in place until the weight of the upper blocks stabilizes the lower ones.
Plant with a lightweight potting soil and 4 inch plants. We used sedum (and one lavender!) because they love the porous nature of the cinder blocks. Also, ours will be in sun much of the day and these will thrive there. If yours is in shade, how about ferns and mosses?
Optional: Decorate the blocks
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Can also be used as a vase
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