Your step-by-step guide to build a terrarium:
Materials You’ll Need: Glass jar, pebbles or gravel, potting soil, Plants (succulents, moss, ferns, air plants), Decorative elements (rocks, wood), Spray bottle or small watering can and a handy cutting mat.




1. Choose Your Container
Pick a clear container with an open or closed top, depending on the plants:
• Open terrariums: Best for succulents and cacti (dry environment). Our Scandi Jars are perfect for this.
• Closed terrariums: Ideal for ferns, moss, and tropical plants (humid environment). Wire or Cork jars work very well.

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$11.99 - Regular price
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$11.99
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Plant Suggestions
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Open Terrarium
Dry Environment – Best for Succulents & Cacti
Best for: Bright, airy spaces with minimal watering.
Plant Suggestions
- Succulents (e.g., Echeveria, Haworthia, Jade Plant) – Thrive in dry conditions.
- Cacti – Need very little water and lots of light.
- Air Plants (Tillandsia) – Can sit on top of soil or decorative elements.
- Sedum – Low-growing and hardy.
- Aloe Vera – Adds texture and is easy to maintain.
Care
- Needs bright, indirect light or direct sunlight.
- Water sparingly (every 2-3 weeks).
- Use sandy, well-draining soil (cactus mix is great).
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Closed Terrarium
Humid Environment – Best for Tropical Plants & Moss
Best for: East care, moisture-loving plants in low to medium light.
Plant Suggestions
- Ferns (e.g., Maidenhair Fern, Button Fern) – Love humidity.
- Moss (Sheet Moss, Cushion Moss) – Thrives in damp environments.
- Fittonia (Nerve Plant) – Adds color with its vibrant leaf veins.
- Pilea (Aluminum Plant, Baby Tears) – Small, easy to grow, and lush.
- Peperomia – Low-maintenance and does well in humid conditions.
- Spider Plant (small ones) – Can tolerate humidity and indirect light.
Care
- Keep the lid closed to maintain moisture.
- Avoid direct sunlight (can cause overheating).
- Water sparingly—usually once a month or when the soil feels dry.
Clipping and care
Use some long scissors to clip your plants and you can also shape with wire too!