Learn All About an Open Terrarium with our Guide
Open Terrariums differ to the closed Terrariums in that they have an opening in the side or top of the glass container. This allows the plants to receive fresh air which is perfect for succulents and cacti as there is not as much humidity as a sealed Terrarium. The bottom of the open Terrarium is usually a mix of sand or light soil mixed with gravel to improve drainage. Green foliage plants can also survive in an open Terrarium but they will require watering.
Light |
Bright, indirect light is best for an open Terrarium. |
Watering |
A small amount of water every 4 weeks is enough for an open Terrarium containing cacti or succulents, however open Terrariums containing green foliage plants will require watering more often and the watering frequency will be dependant on the type of plants your open terrarium contains. It is best to feel the soil before watering to ensure you are not overwatering. |
Humidity |
If your open Terrarium contains cacti/succulents or a mixture of both avoid misting. However for any other plants the open Terrarium contains you can mist approximately once a week. The frequency of misting will depend on requirements of the type of plants your open Terrarium contains. |
Temperature |
Average room temperature of 19-21c is ideal for an open Terrarium. |
Fertilizer |
Open Terrariums do not require feeding as their plants are small and usually slow growing. |
Toxicity |
The toxicity of a Terrarium depends on the plants that are inside them. However as they are typically made of glass we recommend to keep them of the reach of pets and small children. |
Additional Care Information |
Occasionally you can carefully clean the glass with a cloth to improve the light for your open Terrarium. |
Troubleshooting |
If your open Terrarium is growing mould, this would indicate that the soil is too wet due to overwatering. Remove any dying parts of the plants and allow the soil to dry out completely. If the plants have died you may not have watered them often enough and they will need replaced. If the plants leaf tips are browning it may be getting too much light. Move your open Terrarium back from the light. |
The information above is written by Plantila and should be used as a guide only. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need any additional advice. If you have purchased a plant at Plantila that's not doing so well please send us a picture via WhatsApp to 028 42 798478 and we will try to help.