9 Fun and Inspiring Ways to Garden in Mason Jars

It seems like the DIY world has been finding all sorts of new and interesting ways to use <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/topics/mason-jars">mason jars</a> for projects, and we’re no exception. There are so many ideas for using these versatile jars to bring the garden into your home! Lovingly tend to a succulent terrarium, craftily hang a row of herb garden jars, or simply repot a garden plant. Whatever way you choose, take advantage of the possibilities of design with these cute planter <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/topics/crafts">crafts</a>.

<h3>Countertop Succulent Vignette</h3> Create a mini world of wildlife by planting a few small succulents in mason jars and creating a <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/159035/diy-succulent-terrarium">harmonious countertop garden</a>. For a more rustic look, try a mason jar with a little hardware.

<h3>Hanging Indoor Herb Garden</h3> With simple hooks and wire, turn your <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/4121256/mason-jars-herb-garden-hanging">window into a garden display</a>. Though this design is perfect for handy cooking herbs, it would be just as lovely with some flowers or succulents.

<h3>Mason Jar Planter</h3> Your new potted plant will grow just as well in its original plastic pot as it will in a mason jar - but a mason jar will look so much cuter! Give your plant a new home, and your home a <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/2121533/mason-jar-planter">pleasant new decoration</a>.

<h3>Labeled Jars</h3> These <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/4160694/mason-jar-herb-garden">little herb jars</a> prove that “less is more.” To make your own, just get a hold of some jars, wire, herb seed packets, and chalkboard labels.

<h3>Herb Box</h3> Create a <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/3452515/grow-your-herbs-indoors-in-this-cute-diy-project">contained indoor garden</a> to incorporate that authentic garden look into your kitchen design and keep your fresh herbs close by and ready for cooking.

<h3>Hanging Succulents</h3> Make <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/1516026/hanging-mason-jar-succulents">mini hanging planters</a> to adorn your kitchen walls by layering sea shells (for great drainage), soil, and your choice of vibrant succulents in suspended mason jars.

<h3>Chicken Wire Garden</h3> Frame your planters, and turn nature into art! Using chicken wire and a frame, create a base for a <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/4117773/mason-jar-garden-hanging">small mason jar flower garden</a>, to hang inside or outdoors.

<h3>Painted Jar Garden</h3> No one said you had to leave your mason jars as is - break out the paints and brushes and let your crafty side take charge by <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/3437581/painted-mason-jar-succulent-planter">glamming up your traditional mason jars</a> and creating a look that’s all your own.

<h3>Upcycled Garden</h3> Combine your mason jar garden with other interesting or pretty pieces, like this salvaged rustic chair, to create a unique and <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/565288/salvaged-chair-garden-planter">budget-friendly garden feature</a>.