Here are top-5 low-maintenance plants for terrariums to add green essence to your indoor environment.
Aluminum plant
Pilea cadierei
Aluminum plant is an easy going house plant that is generally simple to please. So long as it gets sufficient water and sunlight, it will continue to be a stunning addition to your indoor garden for years to come. It features wide bushy leaves that are marked with silver patterns.
Spreading club mosses
Selaginella kraussiana
One of the most vigorous-growing “Tropical Club Mosses”, it adds a touch of brilliance to potted containers or terrarium design. Club mosses expand by creeping along slowly and is not invasive.
Jade plant
Crassulaceae
There are several Crassula species that are sold under the general name of jade plant, friendship tree, or lucky plant. Jade plants are common indoor houseplants and often manicured as bonsai. They prefer moist soil, full (not direct) sun, and should not be over watered. Jade plants are from the Crassulaceae family, which has a number of other terrarium-friendly species.
Hens and Chicks
Sempervivum
Hens and Chicks are some of the most popular and hardy indoor plants as they can thrive in hot or cold, light or shade. They are commonly found in terrariums that are not fully enclosed.
Baby’s tears
Soleirolia soleirolii
Known by a variety of names, baby’s tears has tiny leaves and is an excellent groundcover. Prefers bright light and consistent moisture, so a closed terrarium is best. One caution: given the right conditions, baby’s tears can be seriously invasive.
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