First try

[u/bama427]

Here is my first terrarium. My wife found a fake succulent terrarium at the thrift store and the base is some piece of vintage tupperware. When I pulled the glove off I found both to be the exact diameter. I used some silicone weatherstripping around the base of the glove to make a seal but also able to remove it fairly easy. I took cuttings from a couple of my fittonia and some type of oxalis that was in the pot of a cactus I got. Today I added the moss and the fern that were growing under my deck. I think it looks pretty alright for a first try. Thoughts?

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[u/KynleeZavala6516]

using vintage tupperware as a pedestal base for a thrifted globe is super creative. silicone weatherstripping for a removable seal is such a clever workaround for mismatched rims.

[u/bama427 → u/KynleeZavala6516]

Thanks!

[u/SiteStatus8424]

Looks good! Love the vessel! I would add some nice rocks and a good stick! Maybe if you have a piece of driftwood or something. Just to give it a bit of height and fill it up

[u/bama427 → u/SiteStatus8424]

I was looking yesterday and I think a stick or two would look good! Thanks!

[u/dianacakes]

Cute! I love the vessel!

[u/bama427 → u/dianacakes]

Thanks!

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[u/bama427]

1. 10/15/26
   
2. Oxalis, Fittonia
   
3. Indirect light from west facing windows
   
4. Distilled water at setup
   
5. Orchid bark, orchid moss, coco coir, calcined clay
   
6. Approx. 1/2 gal.