Building a Terrarium

It’s time for another flower / gardening tip from Deborah of The Little Garden Spot! Here is a blog post on making your own terrarium and fun and easy way to add a little green into your home. Deborah brings in fresh flowers each week to the shop for you to buy so be sure to come and pick up an arrangements as a gift or for your home. Take it away Deborah…..

One of my favorite ways to bring a garden indoors is with a terrarium. If you don’t have a lot of time, or don’t think you have a “green thumb,” this mini garden is for you!

You will need:

-a clean glass container

-a few plants (succulents are great, or other plants that stay small)

-soil

-gravel or pebbles

-activated charcoal (you can find this at your local garden center or aquarium supply stores)

-sheet moss

-decorations (optional)

Make sure you start with a clean, glass container. Mix together gravel, pebbles, and the charcoal pieces to make your first layer. This layer should be about an inch thick.

Next, spread a layer of moss over the rocks to keep the soil from filtering into the rocks.

Add about 2 inches of soil (depending on your container, you may need more or less soil)

Make a few small holes and add plants.

Next, place your decorations. Cover the soil with moss or rocks.

Lightly water.

Place in a spot with indirect sunlight and water as needed.

If you don’t have time to make one yourself swing by the shop and pick one up. I’ll have a couple at Stylish Patina for sale. They are perfect for your home or office!