Building a Terrarium: A Fun Project for Grandkids

Terrariums trace back to Nathaniel Ward's 1830 discovery that ferns thrive in sealed jars. Today, any large-mouthed glass container works.

Simple Steps

1. Add ½ inch charcoal for drainage.
2. Cover with 2 inches moist potting soil.
3. Plant small tropicals (divide larger pots for smaller specimens).
4. Decorate with stones, moss, driftwood.
5. Place in bright, indirect light; water sparingly.

It's a perfect rainy-day activity that teaches plant cycles and creativity.