Growing Creativity

I am HORRIBLE at growing anything but these are amazing. What a creative way to incorporate plants into your house!

Terrariums are growing in popularity because not only do they help you bring a little bit of the outdoors in, but they’re also considered among the more eco-friendly of home accessories. In fact, you will find that there are companies out there who produce terrariums made from recycled glass. A terrarium made from recycled glass that contains living plants is truly 100% eco-friendly.

Typically terrariums are entirely enclosed. Fully enclosed terrariums tend to be warmer and thus, feature planets that are meant for warmer climates. However, there are open-topped terrariums, which are cooler. Therefore, it’s important to weigh the benefits of either type before bringing them into your home.

Going green, eco-friendly and natural inspired home accessories and decor are all the rage in interior design today. You’ll find various items from recycled glass vases to all-natural hemp shades for lamps. The terrarium is just one of many of the nature-inspired home accessories to hit the market in recent years, though it’s certainly not a new invention. Here’s the low down on this new home decor trend.

What is a Terrarium?
To put it simply, a terrarium is a small enclosed container that features a number of small plants (and occasionally, animals). These containers typically feature an easily controlled environment, ensuring that the terrarium will continue to survive for several years, if not forever. This also makes them an attractive home decor item.

All About Terrariums in Home Decor

As always, these home accessories have their pros and cons. If you happen to own pets, you may find that a terrarium is a great way to bring plants into your home without fear of your pets trying to eat the plants. This is especially true if you have a cat or dog who enjoys snacking on your plants. On the other hand, terrariums are controlled environments so these plants typically do not get any larger and will stay within their container.

It’s also important to weigh how much time and energy you can put into your terrarium. While it’s true that many people use these as simple home accessories, it’s important to remember that they are still living creatures that may require care. Some terrariums are meant to be self-sustaining and these are best if you’re just looking for a decorative piece. However, there are terrariums that may require regular watering or other maintenance, so keep this in mind. Terrariums are not just home decor items!

A terrarium is a great way to bring some greenery into your home decor. Of course, they’re not for everyone. Before you commit to a terrarium, be sure to weigh the pros and cons, as well as maintenance, so that you can ensure that you’ve chosen the right terrarium for your home.

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