DIY Succulent Eggshell Planters For Spring

Celebrate the fresh start of spring with the sweetest little succulents planted inside eggshells. Perfect for centerpieces, place settings, or a beautiful gift for loved ones.  We had the most gorgeous weather a couple of weeks ago, followed by days of rain, and then—just like that—the sunshine returned. That little burst of spring was all it took to inspire me to create a fresh seasonal project and bring some new life into our home. There’s just something about flowers that instantly lifts my mood and makes everything feel brighter.

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 If you have been here before, you know I love succulents.  We have so many growing in our backyard, so it makes creating these fun projects really easy. I just cut and create!  These little eggshell planters are easy to make, with just a few simple supplies and a handful of small succulents or small cuttings. Let’s get started! 

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What You’ll Need

• Empty eggshells or dry eggshells
• An egg carton or egg cups to hold them while you work
• Succulent soil mix
• Small succulents or succulent cuttings
• A Spray Bottle for gentle watering
• A sharp knife or spoon (optional)
• Optional: moss or tiny stones, for decorative touches, Wooden Egg Tray

Preparing Your Eggshell Planters

About two miles from our house is a rural community, and I’m lucky enough to buy our eggs each week from a local farm where the chickens roam freely and truly live their best life.  (I haven’t cleaned the eggs here yet)

Start by cracking the pointed end of the egg. This gives you a natural opening that’s just the right size for planting. Pour out the raw egg, rinse the shell, and let it dry completely. With only three of us at home now, we don’t go through as many eggs.
Dry eggshells are easier to handle and less fragile. If you would like smaller planters, you can crack the eggs in half. I used a combo.

If you want drainage holes, you can carefully tap the bottom of the shell with a sharp knife to create a tiny opening. This step is optional, but it does help prevent too much water from sitting at the top of the soil. This would be a great idea if you were planting flowers that needed more water.

Place your empty eggshells in an egg carton or egg cups to keep them steady while you fill and plant.

Adding Soil and Planting

Fill each shell with a small amount of succulent soil mix. Succulents prefer a well‑draining blend, and eggshells naturally help regulate soil pH. Some gardeners even crush leftover shells into their soil amendment or make eggshell tea for calcium carbonate, which can benefit certain plants.

Gently tuck your succulent plants or small cuttings into the top of the soil. Press lightly so they’re secure but not compacted. Add a bit more soil if needed, keeping everything level with the top of the shell.

You will most likely need to prop the eggs up somehow.  I used moss for a spring feel.

Creative Ways to Display Them

These little eggshell vases are perfect for spring decorating and Easter. I loved displaying them on this wooden tray and creating somewhat of a tablescape, minus the place settings.  We are currently almost done with a pretty big project and are covered in dust, so I was able to carve out our dining room space for today’s post. 

You could also arrange them on a tray with moss, tucking them into an Easter centerpiece. They would have looked really cute in this spring dough bowl I made a few years back.  You could also line them up on a sunny windowsill. You can even mix in native violet or other tiny plants for variety.

Watering and Care

Succulent care is simple, especially in tiny planters like these. Use a spray bottle to lightly mist the soil. You don’t need much water — just enough to help the roots settle in. Place your succulent eggs in bright, indirect light. They make adorable indoor plants and look beautiful grouped.

Over time, the eggshell will naturally break down. If you decide to transplant your succulents outdoors, you can crush the shell slightly and plant it directly into the soil. It’s a great way to reuse kitchen scraps while giving your plants a boost.  I do this with my succulent pumpkins.  I finally brought them outside this month, 5 months after I made them, and they were still thriving! 

Whether you’re hosting a spring gathering, hosting Easter, or simply refreshing your home, succulent eggshell planters bring a sweet, natural touch to the season.

It’s a great way to bring a touch of green into your home without much water or maintenance.

Ray bought me tulips for Valentine’s Day, which are one of my favorite flowers!  Hen and Horse and Thistle Key Lane also incorporated beautiful tulips into their Spring projects!

Time to see what all of my friends created for Spring! 

If you would like to see more of my succulent projects, simply click right here!