It’s no secret that a thriving collection of houseplants can do wonders for improving your indoor air quality, but if you’re looking for something a little more outside of the box, a terrarium is the way to go.
These glassy mini-gardens have long been fixtures in the home decor world, but in the past few years, their wider popularity has skyrocketed.
It’s easy to see why. In addition to their lovely aesthetics, terrariums are inexpensive and simple to assemble. With proper care, some terrariums can last for years or even decades.
Looking for a quick tutorial to make your own terrarium? We’ve got you covered with this step-by-step guide for creating the terrarium of your dreams!
If you’re wondering what to plant in your terrarium, you have plenty of options to consider. Succulents are a popular choice for their resiliency, as are micro-sized flora like moss and lichen.
Have a poor track record for taking care of plants (including the ones that are supposed to be “unkillable”)? No worries! Even self-proclaimed “black thumbs” can get in on the terrarium fun. Although simple terrariums are already pretty low-maintenance, you can make it even easier by opting for fake plants and figurines (like the one seen at right).
Another thing to consider when creating a terrarium is what kind of vessel you’d like to store your little garden in.
You can use pretty much anything, though most people tend to opt for something clear so that you can see the thriving environment inside. Recycling old mason jars or underused flower vases around your house is a popular route, though, as evidenced by this clever lightbulb terrarium (above), the sky is the limit!
Not a big DIYer? You can also invest in something a little more chic and stylish that is made with trendy home decor in mind.
If you need a little inspiration to get you started, here’s a roundup of some of the most creative and aesthetically interesting terrariums around.
Photo of tiny terrarium with fake plants (at top): Afsaneh Tajvidi/Flickr
