Your terrarium container is going to be one of the first things that you’re going to need to figure out before building your terrarium. Probably the most important factor you’ll need to consider is the size of your container. But how exactly are you supposed to figure out what size you should use? A typical …
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When I think of mold, pictures of fuzzy white stuff growing on bread come to mind. Yuck. Even worse when you see it on your plants. So how can you proactively prevent mold from growing rather than waiting for a disaster to happen? Terrarium mold can be prevented in several ways: Add springtails to your …
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Everyone who’s built a terrarium or grows indoor houseplants wants their little plant children to do well and last for a long time. Probably the most common metric people want to use to evaluate how they’re doing is how long their plants last compared to how long they’re supposed to last. The real question is, …
Read moreHere’s how long terrariums last: Results from my experiment
If you’ve done any research into caring for terrariums, you’ve probably heard people mention overwatering. But what exactly is over-watering and why exactly is that bad for your terrarium? That’s something I’ve been wondering about myself. Overwatering your terrarium plants is almost like drowning your plants. Plants need oxygen too. Some symptoms of cutting off …
Read moreHere’s what happens when your terrarium has too much water
So you put together your terrarium and now you’re noticing that it’s all clouded up with fog, tarnishing that piece of artwork that you work so hard to put together. Luckily, there are a few simple ways you can resolve this issue. Terrarium fog can be prevented by lowering the water levels, cleaning the container …
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So you’ve put together your terrarium. Now what? The answer is: occasional maintenance. Everyone wants the best for their baby terrarium and to give it the best chance of surviving and thriving. But how exactly are you supposed to go about doing that? What exactly does occasional maintenance mean? For most terrariums, occasional adjustments of …
Read moreTerrarium upkeep and maintenance: how to make your terrarium last
Anytime you build a terrarium, you’re always going to need a certain set of materials and tools to get the job done. So what are they? Every terrarium consists of five components: the container, the drainage layer, a separation material, a substrate, and plants. Decorations, activated charcoal, and springtails are optional add-ons. While you can …
Read moreTerrarium Tools And Materials: A Complete Guide For Hobbyists
If you’re stuck at home looking for a new hobby to pick up, I’ve got great news for you. Terrarium building is a great way to spend your time. A terrarium is essentially a mini ecosystem in a container. It’s a very low maintenance way to raise plants indoors while allowing you to display your …
Read moreHow To Make A Terrarium From Scratch: So Easy A Caveman Can Do It
If you’re looking to get into building terrariums, one of the first things that’s probably coming to mind is cost. Terrariums are cool and all, but how much is it going to cost to get into this hobby? From the data we collected, a low budget terrarium should cost around $30 if starting from complete …
Read moreHow much does a terrarium cost? Full price guide and comparisons
If there’s one thing in common with every terrarium, it’s the false bottom. And there’s a good reason for that: it’s a critical component that’s necessary for the long-term survivability of your terrarium. A false bottom or a drainage layer comprises the lowest part of your terrarium. It’s purpose is to provide a drainage area …
Read moreAll about false bottoms in a terrarium: What, Why, and How Much