Echeverias and hawthorias are popular terrarium plants. Hawthorias are a great choice for terrariums because their roots cannot tolerate prolonged wetness. Plant them in gravelly, sandy soil and wait until it dries out before watering them. Echeverias require well-draining soil and six hours of indirect sunlight per day. You should choose your terrarium plant carefully so that it is healthy and grows well.
Polka dot plant
If you want to grow a beautiful, colorful plant in your terrarium, you should consider the Polka dot plant. It grows quickly and thrives in full or partial sunlight. It grows well in a wide range of substrate types and can tolerate moderately high temperatures. Despite its colorful appearance, it is not poisonous to humans or pets. It is considered an ornamental plant, so it is shipped in newspaper.
To care for a Polka dot plant, you need to keep its temperature moderate and avoid direct sunlight. It prefers slightly moist, nutrient-rich soil with a pH balance of six to seven. The ideal temperature is between seventy and eighty degrees. You can raise the humidity of your terrarium with a humidifier, a humidity tray, or grouping plants together. Because the Polka dot plant is quite compact, it may be easy to miss the presence of pests.
Plants in a terrarium must not grow exponentially. If they grow too fast, the terrarium may become unmanageable. Closed terrariums are a good choice for the inexperienced in caring for plants. However, some types of plants require continuous water spritz during hot or dry periods. Fortunately, this process is simple and requires very little maintenance. The resulting terrarium is a work of art that you can cherish for many years to come.
Despite the colorful flower petals and leaves, Polka dot plants are short-lived. Generally, you should cut the tips off of a Polka Dot plant every two to three weeks. Then, repot it in a warm, humid environment. Within a few days, new roots will appear. If you don’t have time to grow new Polka Dot Plants, you can always buy a plant from a marketplace or reputable terrarium shop.
Asparagus fern
The Asparagus fern is a fast-growing plant that prefers a moist soil. It needs adequate drainage and requires monthly liquid feeds. Its ferny leaves can grow very quickly and should be pruned at the base. This plant will suffer from transplant shock, but should recover with proper repotting, proper watering and lighting. Here are some growing tips for this fern:
The Asparagus fern thrives in a moist, but not overly damp, substrate. While it is not suited for submersion, it can thrive in a terrarium as a background plant or centerpiece. It is toxic if ingested. It does not grow well in direct sunlight. You can divide it into several smaller pieces to use as a focal point or background plant.
The Asparagus fern is very easy to care for. It grows rapidly outdoors in humid climates. It has small leaves, and its stems sprout tan colored thorns. Asparagus ferns need moderate watering and repotting every couple of years. In a terrarium, it should be kept bushy, so that it will look attractive.
For the most beautiful foliage, you can try to grow your own asparagus fern. You can start by buying asparagus fern pieces or by starting them from seeds. Asparagus fern seeds are found inside small red berries. You can crush the berries to get the seeds. Each seed has between one to three seeds. Soak the seeds overnight. When the seeds are ready to be planted, they should be placed in soil that is 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Asparagus ferns should be planted in moist and well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. They prefer a moist soil but can survive in dry areas as well. The soil should contain adequate drainage holes. The Asparagus fern grows well in a terrarium. If you want to plant it in a terrarium, here are some tips to keep it healthy.
Jewel Orchid
Jewel orchids like to be moist and will thrive in a warm, humid environment. Their delicate leaves will burn if exposed to direct sunlight. The best way to maintain the moisture level in your jewel orchid is to mist it regularly. If the humidity in your terrarium is too low, you can always try to move it into the sink and soak it for several hours. If the moisture in your terrarium is too high, you can use a cotton swab soaked in rubbing alcohol to remove the mealybugs.
Unlike other plants, jewel orchids need indirect light to grow well. They were adapted to living under the shade of taller plants. In natural habitats, they don’t require much light, but they do need a few hours a day of indirect light. North-facing windows are best for this type of plant. If you live in the northern hemisphere, a window facing the north is ideal.
It is important to keep the Jewel Orchid in the best possible environment to prevent stem rot. The environment must be clean, without any decaying leaves, with proper humidity, and watered frequently. A good way to minimize stem rot is to buy an established plant rather than a cutting. Avoid soil that becomes boggy and acidic, as this will result in negative margins. Moreover, the soil should be cool and damp.
If you are looking for an easy-to-care houseplant, consider Ludisia discolor. It is an easy-to-grow orchid, and it prefers evenly moist soil. It also grows best in a warmer climate. The only downside to its temperament is that it can become dormant and drop its leaves. It is a good choice for your first orchid.
Spider plant
The Spider Plant is a popular houseplant that requires only moderate care. Place it in indirect sunlight. Water it only when the soil is almost dry, but it can handle higher waterings. It needs soil with good drainage to avoid root rot. You can purchase the smaller Variegatum cultivar, which has attractive green leaves with white margins. You can even find baby Spider Plants, which are very cute and add elegance to the terrarium.
Spider Plants form clumps of arching leaves, and their stolons produce baby plants. They prefer moist and damp conditions and grow quickly when given the right conditions. If they are not given enough moisture, their leaves become pale and may even fall off completely. However, they will quickly recover and reseed themselves if they are provided with the right conditions. They also don’t need much maintenance, and their invasive nature makes them a popular choice for terrarium owners.
Peperomia genus includes plants that grow epiphytically on rotting wood. They are native to tropical forests of Central and South America. These plants have thick, fleshy leaves and thrive in indirect sunlight. They also produce white flowers. If you’re not sure what plant to choose, check out several species available. If you’re unsure, look for a variety with a bright color or a beautiful pattern.
The spider plant adds shape and colour to your terrarium. Arachnoides simplicior ‘Variegata’ or Holly Fern are two of the best plants for terrariums. This plant needs less water than other plants, but its leaves do grow to be long and skinny. If you’re worried that your spider plant might grow too large for your terrarium, you can prune it regularly and keep its size under control.
Watermelon peperomia
Watermelon peperomia is one of the easiest plants to care for in a terrarium. However, there are a few problems to watch out for. This plant has very delicate stems that are susceptible to weakening if it is over-watered. To prevent this problem, you can make your own neem oil pest control by combining 2 tsp. organic neem oil and one tbsp. of liquid dish soap. Apply the mixture to the plant’s foliage and watch out for signs of bug infestation.
The plant needs a steady 50 percent relative humidity to thrive. It can be grown in a wet pebble tray or placed on a cool-mist humidifier if the air is too dry. Keep in mind that it also prefers a relatively constant temperature. It shouldn’t be placed near a heating vent. Peperomias prefer a peat moss-based soil, but it can also grow well in vermiculite.
If you’re considering watermelon peperomia for your terrarium, you can consider this succulent-like plant. It needs only a little bit of water per day, but it grows well if the top two or three inches of the soil stay dry. However, you should always check the soil moisture every week or two weeks before watering. If you live in a dry climate, mist it regularly.
Another perennial vine plant is the Watermelon peperomia. This succulent species has oval-shaped leaves, which are similar to those of a watermelon. It can tolerate morning and evening light and grows to an impressive eight inches tall. The foliage of watermelon peperomia is silver-like with red stems. This plant belongs to the Urticaceae family, which includes nettles.