Hanging Terrariums | Easy Garden Crafts

Hanging terrariums are versatile, fun, and easy to make — plus they make great gifts! The possibilities for displaying plants and flowers are endless. Here are 5 different ways you can create a hanging glass globe terrarium to enjoy a bit of indoor gardening all year round!

Terrarium Supplies: Hanging glass terrarium (available at garden stores, craft stores and home good stores), crushed rocks, sand, soil, plants (house plants, succulents and/or air plants), dried mosses, decorative figurines (optional)

TRADITIONAL TERRARIUM

Spread a thin layer of drainage rocks on the bottom of the glass. Add enough clean potting soil to cover the roots of the plant or plants you have selected. Place the plants in the glass and gently cover the roots with the soil. Mist to moisten and add dried moss or crushed rocks around the top portion of the soil if desired. Add a tiny gnome or woodland figurine for whimsy.

ZEN TERRARIUM

Layer sand on the bottom of the glass container and arrange an air plant or two inside. Add a tiny Buddha, stick of incense or healing crystals.

SUCCULENT TERRARIUM

Spread a layer of crushed rock and add a layer of potting soil designed specifically for succulents on top of the rocks. Place the succulents inside the terrarium and gently work the roots into the soil. Do not water. Place in an area that receives plenty of light. Mist sparingly as needed.

TERRARIUM VASE

Collect seasonal plants or branches or cut wildflowers and arrange in the glass with enough water to keep the plants alive. Change water when it becomes murky.

DRY TERRARIUM

Use crushed rocks or sand, driftwood, and dried mosses to create a mini landscape, then add dried flowers, shells, sea glass or miniature garden figures. No special care or maintenance is required. Great for those with plant allergies or “black thumbs.” If you have a hanging terrarium creation or idea, let us know in the comments!