POSTED BY KIM — Abby taught her terrarium class this morning, and it was fantastic! So popular, in fact, that we hope to schedule class #2 in the next few weeks, so if you’d like to be added to the waiting list, give us a call.
I was only able to take one picture of the class because MY KIDS filled up my digital camera with video of them fake punching each other. ??? How many different ways can you fake punch someone?? Apparently, a lot.
ANYWAY — here is a short version of Abby’s handout, for anyone who wants to try their hand at a terrarium. Look at the end of the post for pictures of some unusual terrariums for inspiration. 
What is a terrarium? Any glass or plastic container filled with small plants. When properly planted and located, they provide a way to grow plants with minimal care.
Many plants are suitable for growing in terrariums. Plants with a low, dense habit are usually the best. If using larger plants, some trimming may be required.
If you want a wider range of possibilities for plants, an open terrarium is the way to go. Be prepared to to provide a little more care — open terrariums demand more attention.
Good plants for open terrariums include Fittonia, Ivy, Palms, Philodendron, Syngonium, Begonia, Airplant, African Violet, Aluminum Plant, Asparagus Fern, Baby Tears, and Bloodleaf.
Closed terrariums require little or no attention. In fact, the less you meddle the better. Closed terrariums require a delicate balance to thrive.
Good plants for closed terrariums include Fittonia, Palms, Philodendron, Syngonium, Begonia, Bloodleaf, Ficus, and Croton.
Materials needed to assemble your terrarium include gravel for drainage; sphagnum moss to keep the soil from sifting into the drainage area; potting mix without fertilizer; and accessories like gravel, miniature animals — whatever items that add a touch of whimsy to your terrarium.
Open terrariums require occasional watering. It is important to water lightly because there is no external drainage. Closed terrariums only need watering when fogging on the sides stop or the plants show signs of wilting.
Sign me up for the next class please! KC