Lovin’ terrariums……

The terrarium gardens are everywhere these days. You see them in books, used as props by interior stylists and highly recommended by garden lovers the world over. So what is a terrarium? It is a collection of small plants grown in a transparent sealed container, it is a mini greenhouse.It is hugely popular because a lot of the world population lives in an urban environment these days and few have access to large open spaces for gardening. Terrariums are mini gardens and require very small space and minimal care to thrive if planted properly. They thrive well if placed in a spot that receives indirect sunlight and does not fluctuate in temperature. This is also a great way to introduce kids to gardening. Here are some of my favorites for you to enjoy.

This lovely table top terrarium has ferns growing. http://www.popdeluxe.net

Another stunning hand blown glass terrarium from popdeluxe.net

A terrarium by Vane Broussard of Brooklyn Bride as seen in the West Elm blog.

These are really stunning, cube terrariums by West Elm…..

How lovely are these??? http://www.houseandhome.com

Obelisk Terrarium as seen on Etsy. http://www.etsy.com/shop/megamyers

This image was just too appealing, it has to be shared…. http://www.etsy.com/shop/urbanbotanist

Skyline Cylinder Terrarium by Urbanbotanist on Etsy….

This stunning glass terrarium is a definite conversation starter…… http://www.etsy.com/shop/FullBlownGlass

Orchid Fern Burgandy Green Glass Terrarium…. domino.com

Succulents in wine glasses. These fun terrariums have been featured in the ‘House Gardener’ by Isabelle Palmer

Terrariums are mini habitats….. http://www.telegraph.co.uk

Formia’s Microcosmo Table Lamp as seen in apartmenttherapy.com

 

 

 

Tabletop terrarium….learn how to make this yourself at http://kristineldridge.com

Nalini Shadow box terrarium… gardenista.com

Now are you inspired enough to make your own terrarium? These mini green houses are a wonder, they can cheer us up with the much needed green inspiration during the long winter months and make you smile throughout the year too.

You can view more stunning terrariums at uk.pinterest.com/nchakravarty