Can you plant succulents in a cast iron skillet?

I have a rusted over cast iron skillet and thought planting some succulents in it would have a very appealing look. But I don't know much about succulents OR planting anything in an item that will rust.
Is it okay to plant cacti/succulents in cast iron? Any information would be appreciated!

(Yay my first post!)

 

Cacti like acidic soil and iron is acidic so I wouldn't see any problem.
Is there a hole in the bottom of the skillet?

 

I think it's going to need drainage holes unless you are going to keep it indoors and can control the watering completely.

 

Oh there will be some holes now haha! I didnt want to drill into the skillet without knowing whether or not I could plant in cast iron. I didnt want to waste the pan incase everyone said not to plant in it.

 

Blimey! Rather you than me. Hope you've got a good strong drill bit.

 

My husband does the drilling and tough work, he likes the fact I save money by recycling items in the house for my garden needs instead of spending money on new pots and gardening goodies. Its probably his way of saying "Thanks for not spending tons of cash on your gardening whims and wants." hahaha!