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Just like most Malays, as far as I can remember, my home's corridor is always decorated by potted plants and flowers. I would describe it as moderately flourished with enough amount of decorative plants, flowers and random chili plant, pandan leaves, etc. It's always well maintained so our corridor does not look like a mini jungle.
As for indoors, the house is always decorated by fake plants and flowers, mostly by glass flowers Mak bought many decades ago from Malaysia. It's only when someone receives a bouquet of flowers (which is rare) then, the house has some sort of a live greenery at least for a week.
I've always imagined a home I call my own to have indoor greenery. Initially, I did think of flower decor but the maintenance was too high. I have always admired those mini glass potted plants but for the life of me, never knew the name until recently. They are call terrariums, dammit. haha
I feel blessed when I was contacted by Irena from Floral Garage and received this.
What's inside?
My very own DIY Terrarium Premium Kit!
Floral Garage is a relatively new company at only 2 years under it's belt. Despite that, they already have an array of products from flower bouquets, hampers, flower stands and even party supplies. I saw their flower bouquets. Irena, why you no contact me before my wedding? I want YOUR flowers!
Anyways, they just a launched a new product category which are terrariums.
In the box, it does not only comes in 1 but 2 types of terrariums. I can make an opened and closed terrarium. There are 3 types of decorative pebbles, gravel, activated charcoal, premium terrarium mix, 6 types of plants, 1 set of mini gardening tools, spray bottle, 2 sets of instructions and 2 types of glass bowl/ container.
Can we please take a moment to appreciate the way the instructions were done?
It feels so personal and sincere even though it was probably printed. haha (Wait, I was informed Irena drew and write it all herself! So cute one!)
Let's start!
To be honest, I was nervous. I never had to decorate a terrarium and corridor plants don't count because you can just put in a seed and let it grow or just transfer a plant to the middle of the pot and hope for the best.
The main idea of terrariums are for it's decorative aspect. No one wants a rojak looking arrangement. Although, I have to give you a heads up, my first try does look like a mini rojak jungle.
First, wash the gravels and distribute it evenly a layer of 0.5cm to 1cm.
I used my hands most of the time because it's easier to work around. You can't be a green thumb without getting your hands dirty!
Add a thin layer of activated charcoal.
Remove the plants from the soil, loosen it up and trim the roots when necessary.
Initially I attempted to just try to maintain the original shape but I suggest being brave and play around with it.
After you are happy with the final arrangement, decorate with the pebbles according to your preference. I used the gardening tools this time so I can fit the pebbles into the nook and crannies.
TADA! My first terrarium. I know, I am not supposed to have any plants coming out of the bowl but I like it that way. But I know, it's not perfectly done but it's my first time and done by me!
The top view looks nice though!
Next was the closed terrarium.
This time around, I am more confident and daring working with the kit. Steps are the same as for the closed terrarium. The only difference is the lid and maintenance.
See, I took the plants out first and put it aside and try to play with the arrangement a little.
To be honest, working with such a small area is a little challenging. It really brings out the creative side of you.
Done! Spray it and close it.
I don't know if you can tell, I attempted for some soil layering since the glass container is tall.
I like this one way much more!
There you go, my own DIY terrarium premium kit.
Just to let you know, I still had plenty of excess of the premium mix and pebbles which is great.
At SGD159.90, You can give it as a gift (self made or not). Heck, you can keep one and give away the other. I had these perfectly placed in my living room. Maintenance is easy too because they don't require direct sunlight and need to be watered only once a week.
Need just 1 terrarium? Depending on your choice of a closed terrarium or opened one, you can get it at SGD79.90 ~ SGD89.90. (obviously it's cheaper to get two in one)
DIY not your thing but want a terrarium either way? No problem! Get a ready made one like Floral Garage gifted for Mak's 64th birthday on my behalf. She loved it and it's her first terrarium too. She has it now placed next to her bed near the window. Floral Garage has several types of terrariums and Mak got the dessert themed (SGD89.90).
There are Cactus Terrarium, Rainforest Themed Terrarium (which I adore) and even those cool air plant terrarium. They even have a minimalism succulent terrarium for a subtle décor. Unleash your jokester in you by giving a vegetable bouquet. Check them all out here and here.
As mentioned before, Floral Garage has other products too. If your are looking for a flowery gift, they provide flower boxes under Flower Basket & Gift set. They also have party package, party décor, floral décor, balloons, piñata and party ware.
Thanks to Floral Garage for these gifts.
Get them for your loved ones too!
