Specific Plant Terrariums

I’ve watched more than one lush Fittonia terrarium collapse into a wilted, yellowing mess in under a week. The pattern was the same every time: glass fogged, leaves perked, then overnight droop and a sour smell from the soil. Once I understood the humidity swing and the way soggy substrates suffocate roots, my plants stopped…

I tried cramming a windowsill succulent collection into a dim hallway and watched them stretch, rot, and give up. When I swapped them for miniature begonias in a closed glass jar, the plants stayed compact, colorful, and worry-free. If your home has more shade than sun, this guide shows you how to set up a…

I killed my first terrarium orchid by treating it like a fern in a jar — stagnant air, soggy mix, no view of the roots. Once I fixed those three things, my mini orchids started putting out new leaves and roots instead of mold. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to run airflow,…

I killed my first terrarium fern by treating it like a windowsill pothos — sunny spot, potting mix, splash of water. It crisped in a week. The second time I tuned three things: humidity, light, and substrate. That’s when ferns finally settled, unfurled, and stayed lush. In this guide I’ll show you exactly how to…

Vivarium vs. Terrarium: Discover the distinctions. Explore their purpose, size, and organism types. Unveil the world of miniature ecosystems!