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Xeric Terrariums

Cacti and succulents are drought-tolerant plants that are often great for beginners in houseplant husbandry. In the wild, they live in hot, arid climates such as deserts, and so to have them in your home, one must create a similar atmosphere. Cacti and succulents do well in clay or terracotta pots as they wick away excess moisture, although if you want to get creative with it, a xeric terrarium can be a beautiful display of these plants.

How to Set Up a Xeric Terrarium

Materials Needed:

Open container that allows for airflow

Options include: fish tank/bowl, decorative dish/bowl, ceramics, and more

Coarse sand

Rocks/pebbles

Activated charcoal meant for gardening

Cacti/succulent potting mix

Cacti and/or succulents

Misting spray bottle with water

Spoon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Clean chosen container using cleaners appropriate for the material. Allow the container to dry completely; this will take longer for unfinished ceramics and terracotta.

2. Add an inch of sand to the bottom of the container. Level it out with a spoon or your hand.

3. Add at least an inch of pebbles on top of the sand and spread to even out.

4. Sprinkle activated charcoal over the pebbles to finish off the drainage layer. Make the pebbles barely visible.

5. Add at least two inches of cacti/succulent potting mix on top of the drainage layer. Even out as needed.

6. Dig holes into the soil where you plan on planting each plant. Holes should be about the size of the root ball.

7. Prepare the plants by removing them from their nursery pots and gently removing excess soil. If rootbound, gently untangle as many roots as you can without breaking them.

8. Place the prepared plants in their designated holes before patting the soil around them to set them in place. As a general rule of thumb, taller plants go in the center or back of the terrarium.

9. Mist the terrarium generously with water.

10. Place in an area that receives plenty of bright, direct light.

11. Enjoy :)

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