How to Make a Terrarium

Suggested Grades

1+

Materials

• a large, clear plastic container or jug
• gravel
• small plants (suited to your anticipated growing conditions, eg: choose sun loving plants if terrarium is going to be placed in a bright place and vice versa)
• rocks, branches, moss
• plastic wrap
• screen or stocking

Method

• Add a layer of pebbles to promote drainage at the bottom of the container.
• Cover the pebbles with about a 2 inch layer of topsoil.
• Place a few rocks in the terrarium.
• Add branches, moss, and small plants.
• Slightly moisten the terrarium with water (be careful not to over do it).
• Cover the opening with a sheet of plastic.
• If you would like to add worms to the terrarium, cover the top with a screen or a stocking so that air can get through. As well, make sure that it doesn't get too much sun (worms don't like too much sun).