Terrarium Tips
We have a selection of great books offering full instructions and interesting facts, but here are some tips!
Layers
There are a number of different options, but here is our simple suggestion for layering your terrarium container:
Closed Terrarium
A. Small stones, gravel for drainage.
B. A thin layer of moss to keep the soil from mixing with the drainage layer.
C. Activated charcoal to keep your terrarium healthy and bacteria free.
D. Terrarium Compost and your chosen plants.
E. Decorative elements such as larger rocks or smaller stones, moss, twigs and bark. Or our favourite, tiny rubber animals!
Open Terrarium
A. Small stones or gravel for drainage.
B. A thin layer fine gravel, shell or sand to keep the soil from mixing with the drainage layer.
C. Open Terrariums do not need activated charcoal!
D. Terrarium Compost and your chosen plants.
E. Decorative elements such as air plants, larger rocks or smaller stones, sand, shells and drift wood. Or our favourite, tiny rubber animals!
Plant Guide
For an OPEN Terrarium
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For a CLOSED Terrarium
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Tips for a closed terrarium:
Tips for an open terrarium: