Category: Care Instructions
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Terrarium Care Guide
Breathe: If your terrarium is new, remove the lid for 1-2 hours every day or two, for up to 2 weeks. This helps the terrarium establish itself and helps prevent mould. Position: Terrariums need bright, indirect light. Place in a well-lit position, near a window. Avoid any direct sunlight, as it can cook the plants! If your…
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Terrarium Build Guide
Creating your own terrarium is a rewarding and relaxing project. In this build guide we’ll cover all the steps to build your very own terrarium. For more detailed information head to our Articles page. Build Guide Prepare: Wash your terrarium glassware with warm soapy water, rinse well, and dry. Drainage: Add 1-2cm of rinsed stones…
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Mould in Terrariums
What Causes Mould in Terrariums? Mould is common in closed terrariums, especially in the first few weeks. It thrives in warm, moist environments – exactly what your terrarium offers. Mould often appears on decaying leaves, wood, or soil surfaces. Is Mould a Problem? How to Manage Mould Springtails to the Rescue Springtails are your best…
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Terrarium Lighting Guide
Why Lighting Matters Lighting is one of the most important factors in keeping your terrarium healthy. Terrariums need bright, indirect light to support plant growth without overheating or drying out the enclosure, especially for tropical plants commonly used in closed setups. Ideal Lighting for Closed Terrariums How to Tell If It’s Getting Enough Light Artificial…
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Terrarium Watering Guide
Why Watering Is Different in Closed Terrariums Closed terrariums are self-contained ecosystems. Once set up correctly, they create their own humidity cycle, meaning ongoing watering is rarely needed: water evaporates, condenses on the glass, and returns to the soil. How to Tell If Your Terrarium Needs Water Check for these visual clues: Light fogging or…
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Isopod Care Guide
What Are Isopods? Isopods, often called ‘slaters’ or ‘rolly-pollies’, are small land crustaceans that love damp, dark environments. Varieties like Grey, Orange, and Powder Blue are popular for terrariums thanks to their hardiness and their role as decomposers. They consume larger organic debris like rotting moss, fallen leaves, and dead plant matter – keeping your…
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Springtail Care Guide
What Are Springtails? Springtails (Collembola) are tiny, harmless decomposers that thrive in humid environments. They’re best suited for closed terrariums, where they break down mould, leaf litter, and waste – acting as a natural clean-up crew that helps your plants and microfauna thrive. Once established, they usually require no ongoing care in your terrarium. Tropical…