Terrarium Care and Maintenance

The video tutorial by Leah from The Green Bowl explains terrariums, mini indoor gardens in glass containers. It covers the construction of terrariums, mimicking Earth's ecosystem with layers of pebbles, charcoal, and soil. Leah discusses plant selection, decoration, and maintenance, including watering and humidity control. She highlights the benefits of closed terrariums, which can thrive for decades without watering. The tutorial emphasizes low maintenance and the importance of balanced ecosystems for plant health.

What is the primary purpose of a terrarium?

• To store food items

• To display art pieces

• To create a mini indoor garden

• To house water-dwelling animals

Which layer in a terrarium helps in filtration?

• Activated charcoal

• Coconut husk

• Red mud

• White pebbles

What is the role of activated charcoal in a terrarium?

• To add decorative value

• To support plant roots

• To absorb gases and keep air clean

• To provide nutrients

Which type of soil is suitable for a lemon spider plant?

• Clay

• Sand

• Red mud

• Pete Moss

Why are decorative pebbles used on top of the soil in a terrarium?

• To fertilize the plants

• To prevent mud from splattering

• To increase water retention

• To provide nutrients

How often should an open terrarium be watered?

• Once a day

• Once a week

• Once every 5 days

• Once a month

What is a benefit of keeping a terrarium closed?

• It needs more sunlight

• It maintains moisture and requires less watering

• It allows for more plant growth

• It requires frequent watering

Why don't terrariums need fertilizers?

• Because they are exposed to sunlight

• Because they are self-sustaining

• Because they are kept open

• Because they are watered frequently

What should be done if a plant in a terrarium grows too tall?

• Break off the top to encourage fuller growth

• Expose it to more sunlight

• Water it more frequently

• Add more soil

How long can a sealed terrarium potentially last?

• 1-2 years

• 5-10 years

• 30-40 years

• 50-60 years