Answers to various questions about closed terrariums.
In this article you will learn everything you need to know about vermiculite, a great substrate for terrariums. You'll learn what vermiculite is, why it's a good substrate for terrariums, how to choose the right vermiculite for your terrarium,.
Perlite is the ideal admixture for a terrarium substrate. What exactly it is and where the difference to vermiculite is, you can find out here.
You like plants and animals? Then you need an arium! An arium is a mini-ecosystem with different habitats. There are terrariums, vivariums, paludariums and jarrariums and many more. In this article you will learn the differences. Discover nature in small!
What would happen if you kept a terrarium without light? It all depends on what is inside. Let's take a look at the possibilities.
Mold is the biggest enemy of a stable closed terrarium. Why mold occurs, how you can prevent and fight it, you will learn in this article.
Which plants are suitable for closed terrariums? This question is one of the most important ones when building one. This article will give you an overview.
Wardian case, ever heard of it? Without this invention, Europe would have far less tropical plants than it does today. Closed terrariums also wouldn't exist.
Evolution is life's way of adapting to it's surroundings. But will the plants and insects in your closed terrarium show any signs of evolution?
Moss is very resilient and perfect for a closed terrarium. There are over 16.000 species of moss. Which one is most suited?
Should you buy a closed terrarium ready-made or take the risk and build it yourself? What differences can be found in it and what are the advantages and disadvantages of both options?
Bottle garden or closed terrarium? Do both words mean the same or is there a difference? And what is a hermetosphere?
Orchids are also called "queens of flowers". Naturally the question arises: Can you put an orchid in a closed terrarium? We'll look into it.
A closed terrarium is full of insects and other animals fulfilling their role in the eco system. Today you'll learn which animals you'll see the most often and what they're good for.
Nothing can enter or escape a closed terrarium, except light. Is sunlight enough or do you need to light it up with lamps? Find out here!
Your closed terrariums substrat is truly the base of all life in it. Your plants as well as your insects depend on a good substrate. Here you'll learn what exactly you need to do.
A closed terrarium is an independent eco system. Nothing except sunlight can enter or escape it. But how is that supposed to work forever?
A closed terrarium is very pretty and easy to care for! If you're not that good with plants, a closed terrarium is exactly the right thing for you.
