If you're lucky, you might get a chance to steal away a few hours in the sun over the weekend to take care of outdoor chores. But if you're like I am, its much easier to be happy when you have something new growing. If you own a greenhouse, the opportunities are limitless, but what about the rest of us. If so, you're well on your way to gardening in a terrarium. The true terrarium is tightly closed, but as long as it's clear, almost any type of container may be used.
Many plants are suitable for growing in terrariums.
However, plants that don't need a lot of light, and have a low, dense growth habit are usually preferred. Plants like begonia, creeping fig, club moss, English ivy, pothos, pink polka dot, philodendron, Irish moss, spider plant, and Venus fly trap will all grow well inside a terrarium. Most terrarium plants have a medium light requirement. These plants will grow best when the terrarium is located within several feet of a bright window, but not in direct sun. Soil for terrariums must be high in organic matter, clean and well-drained.