A terrarium lamp is a wonderfully creative blend of art, nature, and good old-fashioned practicality. Seriously, what better way to put your reading lamp to use than to feed your terrarium plants along with your mind? Not to mention the fact that it’s surprisingly easy to create a DIY lamp terrarium for yourself. In this
Millipedes are a niche pick for terrariums. Sure, they may not be as popular as the typical isopod and springtail cleanup crew, but they definitely have potential as bioactive custodians and as pets. It’s just important that you understand the nuances of their care and use. In reality, they’re not going to be the optimum
Desktop terrariums are so last year – these days, we’re wearing our terrariums. If you want to get in on the fashion statement but don’t know where to begin, this is the post for you. Luckily, there are plenty of pretty pieces for sale when you know where to look, and if you want to
Armadillidium nasatum “Peach” is an isopod with a wonderful combination of style and function. Prized for its lovely soft coloration and easy care, it’s commonly used as both a beginner isopod pet and as a bioactive cleanup crew. Seriously, these little beauties can do it all. This variety is also one of the most affordable on
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that live moss makes or breaks a closed terrarium. But when it spreads its wings, goes out on its own, and becomes the exclusive star of the show? Well, that’s where it shines even brighter. If you’re ready to build your very own mossarium, this
When it comes to terrariums, size matters. Sometimes bigger really is better, and if you’re going large with your container choice, you’ll need some seriously large terrarium plants. In this article, I’ll give my top picks, covering a nice selection of vines, ferns, epiphytes, and bright foliage showstoppers. Let’s live large! This page may contain
Choosing the right isopod substrate is a key part of raising a healthy culture. Naturally, we all want the best for our little critters, but seeing as isopods often eat the substrate that they’re living in… Well, practicality and cost-effectiveness can become an issue. That’s why it’s a balancing game between two (sometimes opposing) needs – nutrition
Welcome trainers! To the nostalgic world of Pokemon terrariums. Thanks to some super creative people on Etsy, we now have a variety of crafty terrarium options to “capture” and display our favorite Pokemon. Though, just to be clear, we’re being pretty loose with the word “terrarium” here… We may not have much in the way
Try as you might; you just can’t beat a classic. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind vintage piece or an antique wonder with a story to tell, this is the post for you. I’ll be taking you through some stunning (and some crazy) historical terrarium trends from retro to Victorian and show you where you
Moss is the misunderstood star of the plant world. With countless variations of color and texture (and endless applications in terrariums and gardens alike), there really is something for everyone. Naturally, we all love the many styles of verdant green fluff this category of plants has to offer. But what is moss exactly? It’s certainly
Herbs are the year-round backbone of home-cooked food. Whether it’s the secret ingredient in a spicy fall curry, a fresh spring salad, a comforting winter stew, or a naughty summer cocktail, if there’s one thing we can all agree on, herbs make everything better. But the delights of herbs don’t come without their downsides. When
Is it a bird, is it a plane, is it a UFO… no, it’s an isopod! As far as isopods go, they don’t come rounder and flatter than Porcellio werneri. These little flying saucers really are one of the most unique isopods on the market. They’re popular pets (for obvious reasons, I mean, look at them),