Easy Nature Walk Moss Terrariums

                                                                                                                                                 

Keeping a low-maintenance terrarium is a great way to add something living to your space,

especially if you lack time or a green thumb.

An enclosed terrarium, one with a removable lid or narrow neck,

 

provides ample humidity and creates its own tiny ecosystem.

It is well suited for plants that are compact and thrive in high humidity, like moss.
 

 I admit I am obsessed with moss!
 

I used these old jars I had on hand.



You can also add tiny sticks and some decorative rocks or miniature figurines,

the possibilities are endless. I added acorn caps filled with a different variety of moss.

 



 

Let's take a little walk-



When you go on your nature walk, bring a small container to collect your moss.

This way you can store it until you are ready for use.

 

 



 Pinch the moss so you can bring some soil attached from the underside.



 

 

I purchased this set of tweezers at the Dollar Tree.

 

They were helpful and you could use them for other craft projects......

 

but optional.

                                                                                                                                                                       

 

                           

 Before adding potting soil to your terrarium,

 



 spread a half-inch layer of gravel at the bottom of your

 planter to create drainage. You can use any natural material you find.

 

I had some sand and pea gravel. 

 

         A moist bed of potting soil with some broken twigs, dried leaves and bark.
 

           

When you add your potting soil, lightly press down to remove any air pockets.

 

 

 

I filled an acorn with moss.

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

Make sure to place your terrarium in a spot that receives indirect light and rotate.

Do not over water, remove lid occasionally to cool and dry out if needed.



 

 

 



 

 





Enjoy an early Spring nature walk and tell me what you find!

xo Lisa S

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