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Succulents are the most popular indoor plants, but you can take them to the next level with these lovely terrariums. We’ll show you how to do it!
Succulents have become a favorite among plant parents in recent years due to their ease of care, stunning shapes, and brilliant colors. Terrariums, on the other hand, have gained the hearts of all plant enthusiasts owing to social media, as they are not only a terrific way to house plants but also serve as interior design. That’s why the concept of combining the internet’s last two obsessions, terrariums and succulents, is brilliant, and the best thing is that it’s a lot easier than it appears. Here, we’ll show you how to make your own terrarium quickly and affordably, so sit back and enjoy the ride.
What does it Take to Make a Succulent Terrarium?
Choosing the Ideal Container
Before you begin the process of making your terrarium, you must first decide on the container you will use, as the number of succulents required and the size of the materials will be determined by this. It may be anything from a glass fish tank to an old container to a recycled jar to a cup. It doesn’t have to have drainage holes, but if it can, it should.
Ideal Succulents
It is preferred to work with young “children” or propagations when choosing succulents, since they are still in the process of growing and their modest size will allow for a broader diversity of succulents in the terrarium. Remember that if the succulents in your terrarium do not have roots, leaving the stem on the damp soil is sufficient, and it will take root in a matter of days.
Another method is to cut several little stems and let them heal for a few days before putting them in jars with water, where they will take root within a week.
Don’t Forget the Substrate
You’ll also need the substrate or soil for cactus or typical succulents, river rocks (small and large) that will serve as decoration and a drain, and a straw or a disposable spoon, in addition to the succulents and the ideal container. Similarly, you can make your own substrate and “feed” it using trash or small terrestrial animals like worms.
Step by Step of Making a Succulent Terrarium
To begin, fill the bottom of your container with the smallest river rocks; this will act as a drainage system and keep your succulents’ roots from decaying, especially if your container lacks drainage holes.
Add a small amount of substrate or soil and flatten to cover the stones completely; this guarantees that the succulents’ roots have ample room to expand in the soil. Fill close to the top of the container.
With the help of the spoon, make small holes for the succulents to be inserted. This is to make room for the plant and the succulents, leaving a tiny gap between them. Each plant’s hole should be the same size.
You may also use tweezers to better accommodate the succulents and fill in any empty spots with larger river stones, which will help to keep the soil moist. Depending on your preference, you can also add moss and other ornamental stones.
To conclude, carefully add water to prevent wetting the succulents’ leaves; the dirt in your terrarium should stay moist for the first few days to ensure that the succulents adjust to their new environment.
The Necessary Care for the Perfect Succulent Terrarium
It’s vital to remember that taking care of the terrarium is almost as important as putting it together, because the succulents’ growth and health are dependent on it. To begin, the terrarium should be put in a location that receives lots of light, preferably two hours (or more) of direct sunshine every day, in order to provide a warm and humid environment for the plants.
In direct sunlight, be careful not to burn your succulents, especially those in glass containers. So, after two hours, take it down or store it somewhere safe. When it comes to irrigation, it’s ideal to use rain or distilled water, as ordinary water sometimes contains lime, which can cause the glass to become dirty, though it’s never a bad option. Spraying the base of each succulent is also a good idea.
This easy procedure and maintenance will let you make a lovely succulent terrarium and keep it clean. You can also use these ideas to develop your terrarium collection at home by using different plants and succulents.
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