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Supplies to Make a Self-Sustaining Terrarium
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items This list walks you through everything you’ll need to build a terrarium that thrives with little to no watering — from choosing the right container to layering materials, soil, plants, and decorative details. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking t...callitadiy.com/how-to-make-a-self-sustaining-terrarium
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Container
Layering
Soil
Plants
Decorative Bits and bobs
Inspo Books
Container
Open and closed containers--all perfect homes for your plants
I love how big this container is, perfect for a self sustaining terrarium that does not need to be watered.
1 Gallon Glass Jar with Airtight Bamboo Lid
I really like the cork stopper and the wooden bottom. This container comes in two sizes.
Clear Glass Terrarium Planter 6"x10" w/ Wood Base
For a more modern look this glass and metal one is perfect. It comes in three sizes.
NCYP Geometric Glass Terrarium Planter, Black
Open containers are nice because you can add to it from time to time if you find something out in nature, but then you do need to water them unlike a self sustaining one.
WGVI Clear Slant Cut Glass Vase 7"
I don't have one ,but I LOVE these faux greenhouses. They are so dreamy.
NCYP Geometric Glass Terrarium, House Shape
This closed container would be perfect for displaying on a shelf.
Glass Terrarium with Natural Wood Lid & Base, 8.7" Tall
Layering
Layering options which help add decoration and drainage
If you want to have a more defined looking terrarium where you can see all of the layers but this is optional.
6x25ft Heavy Duty Landscape Fabric Mat
These rocks come in a bunch of colors all perfect for using in your terrarium.
2LB White Succulent & Cactus Gravel Pebbles
Colored sand can be a really beautiful addition to a terrarium.
2.4lb Succulents & Cactus Black Sand Gravel
Soil
Basic soil and charcoal you'll need to plant your plants in
I used a basic potting soil, and I have terrariums that have been living for 3 years at least.
Miracle-Gro Potting Mix, 1 cu. ft., 2-pack
For a self sustaining terrarium you’ll want a layer of activated charcoal. You can skip this step for an open terrarium. Read more about this on my blog-- link in the description
Harris Horticultural Charcoal Biochar 2qt
Plants
Plants that do well in a terrarium environment
Live moss is a really nice texture for your terrarium.
Live Moss 4-Pack (3.5"x7") - Mixed Varieties
Ferns are my favorite plants, I love including these in my terrariums.
Mini Fairy Garden - 6 Rare Florida Ferns
This is a good pack of plants if you want to make a few terrariums and mix and match.
Terrarium & Fairy Garden 5 Plants, 2.5"
Decorative Bits and bobs
Pretty things to add some flair to your terrarium
These are super fun. You break open the geode with a hammer and inside is a beautiful crystaly thing. I use them to decorate all of my plants and terrariums
Natural Geode - Unopened Crystal from Brazil/USA
These little picks add some whimsy to any terrarium. Check out this entire shop there are tons of cute options.
Woolly Mammoth & Caveman Plant Stakes: Quirky Indoor Decor
Inspo Books
I love looking at books for inspiration. These books give a lot of great ideas on different ways to build your terrarium
Really pretty book all about creating your own terrarium
Miniscapes: Create your own terrarium
Another great book with lost of inspiration.
Terrariums: Designing & Planting Indoor Gardens