Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00001609
11/12/99
Terrariums And Dish Gardens
Terrariums and dish gardens require some special
consideration. In time, the plants become crowded and
some plants begin to dominate. All plants in a terrarium
or dish garden ought to be compatible. Cactus should not
be mixed with tropical plants. Select plants which remain
small or tolerate pinching.
Terrariums have additional problems. They are often
over-watered. This is especially true of covered
terrariums. It is not true that terrariums never need
water, they just need it less often. When a covered
terrarium fogs up, take off the cover for a day. The
condensation is an indication of too much water in the
terrarium. Apply water it in small amounts until it can
be seen running into the drainage material at the bottom
of the container. The temperature inside the glass will
get too high if the terrarium is set in direct sun. Set
terrariums in bright light but not direct sunlight.
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