What succulents can grow in a terrarium?
We’ve compiled nine of the best succulents to plant in your terrarium. Here are our top picks:
- Pincushion Cactus.
- Medicine Plant.
- Hens & Chicks.
- Paddle Plant.
- Zebra Haworthia.
- Burro’s Tail.
- String of Pearls.
- Tiger Jaws.
Are succulent plants good for terrariums?
Succulents are perfect for terrariums because they grow relatively slowly but the condensation that may build up can kill the little plants if the right medium isn’t used. Line the bottom of the container with fine gravel or rocks. Plant the little plants in the cactus mix and firm soil around them.
How do you make a succulent terrarium kit?
Create Your Own Succulent Terrarium
- Find the right planter.
- Add a layer of small pebbles, aquarium rocks, or glass beads.
- Add activated charcoal.
- Add a layer of soil.
- Choose your succulent plants.
- Add sphagnum peat moss.
- Complete your succulent terraria with decorative elements.
Can you put potted plants in a terrarium?
Indoor plants (houseplants) are typically used in terrariums. However, most plants chosen for terrariums are slow-growing and many are plants that are otherwise difficult to grow without high humidity or high light.
Do succulent terrariums need charcoal?
You don’t have to use activated charcoal unless you have a sealed container for your Terrarium. If you do, then it’s a must. The charcoal helps keep the water clear of buildup of microorganisms that might grow in your substrate, such as algae and keeps the air clean for your plant to breathe.
How much water does a succulent terrarium need?
Only water your terrarium with a small amount of water every couple of weeks. Do not overwhelm the plant by soaking it with water, as the plant will become too wet and die. Give a small to medium sized terrarium a few ounces of water at a time, allowing it to dry completely in between waterings.
How do you plant live plants in a terrarium?
Using your hand, scoop out a bit of substrate where you wish to plant your tall background plant in the vivarium. Wash the tall background plant, removing all soil and substrate the plant may have been shipped in. Gently place the tall background plant in the depression, and cover the roots with substrate.
What can I use instead of activated charcoal in a terrarium?
Some people use live moss instead of charcoal. Live moss will help absorb odors in a terrarium and has the added benefit of absorbing excess water that leads to root rot and odor. You may find lush, green, growing moss more attractive than a layer of charcoal.