I spoke to a plant expert about terrariums vs houseplants. She gave me the key differences, and how to work out which is best ...

A jar terrarium is a fun, simple, and inexpensive winter project. It’s a great way to spend the colder months when your ...

Sibley continues: “In a closed terrarium, the heat and oxygen the plants produce as they photosynthesise collects and condensates on the inside of the glass and creates a stable and humid ...

After Ward noticed a fern spore had grown in a closed jar, he had a carpenter build him a prototype for the "Wardian case" — the first terrarium — in 1829, which instantly exploded in popularity.

As long as the jar is sealed tight you don't need to water it again because the terrarium creates a small enclosed water cycle. Both the plants and soil in the terrarium release moisture and water ...