d*s sundays in the garden *

it's a lovely day here in brooklyn so garden talk has special significance today. i'm cultivating a little team of succulents in our home, so i thought it might be fun to give a nod to my current favorites: cacti. now, if you're like me and are more of a black than a green thumb, cacti can be right up your alley. i used to think pricky and dry when i heard the word cactus until i was introduced to the world of succulents- colorful, plump and far from dry, these guys are perfect for the modern home. succulents are really easy to care for and have such a nice clean profile that looks lovely in a sleek, modern planter. the photo above are some of mine from home (all the planters are from sprout home and under $32). so if you're looking to cultivate a city garden that doesn't require a lot of time, consider succulents! you grow girl has a great cacti resource page and this site will let you order them if you don't have a good garden center at home! and as always, here are some fun garden finds and links for the week:

• succulent city: where to buy, all about them and tips on care

[cacti in a can, $12 at rare device. what could be more fun?]

[show your garden pride with these fun garden buttons at you grow girl. 4 for $5 right here.]

[fun paper lanterns for outdoor parties. $6.95 each at cb2]

[perch design's new plant orb, $96 right here]

[always hip, the classic bullet planter at hip haven, $105-$115]