Turn Spare Pothos Clippings Into A Stunning Front Door Wreath With This DIY

Wondering what to do with your unruly pothos that just won't stop growing? We have a fun idea that you're going to love. Repurpose your clippings and breathe new life into your home decor at the same time by creating a lush DIY pothos wreath that only gets more vibrant with time. Houseplant-savvy TikToker, plantedbyycee, demonstrates the easy steps to make a beautiful living wreath with a single pothos clipping. Simply cut a healthy stem, place it into a small glass jar of water, attach the jar to a wreath form using jute rope or by hanging it in a woven plant basket, and fasten the stem to the wreath form. With the proper care and in the right conditions, the stem will sprout roots and bring the wreath to life with rich green foliage. 

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is among the most popular vining plants to give any indoor space a fresh look. It grows quickly and requires minimal maintenance, making it a great choice for budding plant enthusiasts. It comes in many gorgeous varieties that enhance everything from bright, expansive rooms to shady tight corners. Pothos also has health benefits; research has shown that golden pothos naturally removes harmful airborne pollutants from its environment. 

Many people don't know that you can easily grow pothos without soil — all you need is a stem from a healthy mother plant, a jar of room temperature water (ideally with minimal chlorine), and liquid fertilizer. Though you will need to tend to it from time to time, placing a stem in water is a wonderful way to propagate pothos to get endless greenery for your home. 

To make this living wreath, you will need a wire wreath frame from your nearest hobby store. You can also find these Wreath Forms at Dollar Tree for $1.25 each. Get a small glass jar, wrap it in jute rope or twine, and fasten it to the wreath form, ensuring that the jar hangs right in the center of the wreath. Elevate your door decor by opting for a pre-woven net for the jar, saving time on DIYing with twine or jute rope. 

Cut a generous stem from your pothos and wrap it around your wreath form, placing the cut end into the jar of water. To keep the stem healthy, ensure that the leaves aren't submerged. The clipping should include at least one node (the little nubs where new stems emerge). The stem should not be too long, as the plant will grow quickly. Plus, clippings that are too long could prevent it from rooting in its new environment.

If your wreath doesn't look lush right away, don't get discouraged. Within a matter of weeks, the plant will grow roots and produce beautiful leaves that will make your wall decor fuller and more vibrant. Hang your wreath in an area with indirect sunlight. It should also be placed on a door that is used less frequently or on a wall where it won't be disturbed. Though pothos are easy to care for, your door decor will still need regular maintenance to stay vibrant and thriving. The container should be kept clean, and the water should be changed and infused with liquid fertilizer regularly for nutrients.