A Terrarium to grow an Indoor Herb Garden

By Joseph Robertson

There is a solution for you if you would really love to have an indoor herb garden but don't have the wherewithal or a green thumb to take care of them - a terrarium (a self-contained plant habitat). Once you've set-up the terrarium and closed the lid (on the jar or other container you have chosen) the plants inside create their own ecology "all you have to do is enjoy it.

The options for terrarium containers are only constrained by your inventiveness. Historically a smaller aquarium is used with a lid but a glass jar or other container will work nicely too. Plastic will work also , just make absolutely certain that it is a clear plastic or you won't be able to approve of your handiwork once it is finished.

Whatever size or material you select for your terrarium the most significant factor is that it does not leak. You need the water and moisture to remain within for it to work and you do not need a mess inside your place.

The plants that you choose should all thrive in similar conditions and grow well in a humid environment. Popular plants to put into a terrarium are meat eating (Venus Fly Trap, sundew, or pitch plant) or forest plants (chamaedorea palms, small ferns or fittonia).

Terrariums are a low-maintenance indoor garden. They need indirect daylight (not so bright) and no water is required after the original water is added. The heat from inside the terrarium disperses the water and then it condenses on the lid falling back down to the plants. This process will continue keeping your plants alive. If there's too much water present, you may need to vent the terrarium (with a vented lid or opening the top a little amount) just be sure to keep an eye on the soil's moisture level (not too damp or dry).

About the Author:

Joseph Robertson loves growing his own indoor herb garden. Read more on the blog for tips and tricks to grow your own indoor herb garden.