Make a Closed Tropical Terrarium - How To Terrarium ep.2

This is the Second episode of How to Terrarium. In this episode, you will learn EVERYTHING you need to know in order to make a "natural looking" Closed Tropical terrarium. This video is long, but it explains things in depth; ie. what to buy, how to make your own soil, how to make a false bottom, etc.
Eventually we will go over how to make a terrarium suitable for reptiles/amphibians. You could use the principles explained in this video, to create one on your own. However, some of the things done in this are not optimal for larger setups.
Difficultly Level: Beginner
A closed tropical terrarium is one of the easiest terrariums to care for. They require minimal watering and aren't demanding in other aspects either. Therefore, this project is perfect for beginners. Even still, don't get discouraged if yours doesn't work out right the first time, it takes practice and patience.
A final thing to mention, is that your terrarium WILL mold. This always happens shortly after your enclosure is setup. It is very normal and will go away within a few weeks. As explained in this demonstration, Springtails will help speed up this process and can even prevent it in the first place. I also will be selling spring tails, tropical plants and other terrarium resources in the near future. If you are interested, let me know.
Unfortunately the site where I got the tropical moss doesn't sell it anymore. You can use aquatic mosses such as Java Moss or Christmas Moss and tropical moss if you can find.
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[@SerpaDesign]

Wow over 1,000 likes at nearly 70,000 views... That's awesome! Honestly I didn't think this video would go above 10k. I have also received over 2,000 subs since this upload. Thanks! :)

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[@robertsnyder4863]

SerpaDesign have you tried carnivorous plants in your terrarium?

[@sreeshpoudyal807]

It would be pretty hard for them to survive, because its may be closed and all....

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[@TheGirlWhoStoleAStar]

Youre like the bob ross of terrariums

[@centaurqueen]

Bob Moss!

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@@thomasnewell6828 Happy to oblige! :D

[@Fofers-1419]

I was just gunna say that

[@Justin-lm4wc]

“We’re just gonna put in some happy little springtails”

[@wallywutsizface6346]

16:38 I though he said "and my cat died."

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Same! XD

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Wallywutsizface For a second, I did too! 😝

[@specialkid6231]

Same

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Wallywutsizface I did too 😂

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[@abrahamortiz7134]

I'm getting obsessed with this teranium and I haven't been able to started

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Me too.

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Same, probably i'll get the tool after quarantine

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@@dhedetry8571 same

[@philipscott3241]

It gets in your blood; I’ve got 4 going at the moment, and want to make another!🤪

[@npeace312]

I love how you are straightforward, no unnecessary stuff. Very informative. My 13 yr old and I have a project! Thank you!

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[@SerpaDesign]

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[@doodliekins]

I mean really you're very informative, gave good instruction and input while most everyone else kinda sucks. you're great keep it up

[@IUsedToBeAPygmy]

Hey! I've just recently got the idea in my head that I want to build a closed terrarium, and as with any idea that pops in my head I'm doing the best research I can. So I ended up here watching your video, and I just want to tell you - thank you for doing this, and keep up the good work :) Eventhough I've learned most of the stuff I need to do for a closed terrarium by now, your video is the most informing and entertaining I've encountered so far, and it really makes me want to go and try this myself. Keep on doing stuff like this, you're inspiring more people than you probably know! \o/

[@captainsanchez4829]

he also inspired me to make my first, it look soick

[@nestoreldemente8197]

Hey you!

[@wills20111]

Same here I'll be making my first tropical terrarium soon.

[@CafeAraignee]

Coming back to this to say an overdue thank you, Tanner. I found this video while trying to make a bioactive tank for my G. portentosa pets... I'd tried and failed a few times already and was close to giving up, but your videos were exactly what I needed. My tank has been thriving and just reached 1 year old with minimal maintenance. I've even made some smaller stuff for fun and as gifts to friends. You definitely got me hooked! I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and creativity.

[@kittybitch5964]

This was very helpful to someone just beginning with terrariums. Appreciate it!

[@SerpaDesign]

For any ideas or things that you would like me to discuss in the future, reply to this comment.

[@johnpascal2651]

I would love to see a video on a large closed terrarium, or perhaps are tiny one. I also really liked you video about native terrariums, maybe you could make a different version of it. More videos about vivariums would also be awesome. Additionally, regular updates on existing terrariums could be really cool. Perhaps you could make a timelapse of one of your terrariums to show how plants grow in a tiny ecosystem. Keep up the good work, love your vids so far :D

[@johnpascal2651]

Also: I am not sure if I used the right plural of 'terrarium', I couldn't decide between 'terraria' and 'terrariums'

[@SerpaDesign]

Great ideas, I will keep them in mind! Also technically it terraria, but terrariums is fine!

[@Andavane]

SerpaDesign : I lay down a challenge: Now connect one of your recycling terraria: Now hook it up to a formicarium. Clue: you'll need to use a connecting port or two. You're well and truly on the right track, should you DARE to proceed! PS: Formicarium/terrarium. These days the endings [s] or [aria] don't really matter. Just be consistent in which you use.

[@SerpaDesign]

I'm pretty interested in this idea. Although I will have to figure it all out logistically, but I'm not sure if I want to get into ants at the moment. I added it to my idea book for the future. Note, I didn't take the challenge, but may some day!

[@xywix]

just collected moss from my local trail in the spring...re-watching this to make the perfect terrarium...6 months ago i saw your vids and fell in love with the idea of a terrarium...i already have a springtail culture for my fish! your videos are amazing...thank you soo much....keep it up...peace and love buddy!

[@echo2082]

I've always wanted to make one of these but never knew how to get started. Amazing video! Thank you and keep up the good work!

[@ralphjosephtito9015]

I started watching your channel a few days ago and I'm getting obsessed with terrariums. Yesterday, I've finally made a terrarium as a bday gift for my gf. Thanks a lot.

[@lowercaseT1110]

You have given me a TON of inspiration for my own terrariums and your videos are done PERFECTLY! Keep up all the great work!!

[@annehenderson9207]

Your videos are wonderful in every way. Love your voice, your style, your knowledge, your encouragement. Will look for more of them!

[@Nekotrekk]

You're such a humble and inspiring guy Serpa. Your knowledge to nature's own treasures is so cool. I've already made myself my first terrarium and it turned out great thanks to your videos. ^.^

[@igotmesomeabs]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I've always wanted to start a terrarium but never knew where to start. You were so informative, and now I feel confident I can make my own!

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Make a video .

[@honeymarshmello]

I'm in love and cannot wait to do one of my own. This video was done really well too!

[@ratatataraxia]

As a beginner enthusiast your channel is my favorite so far.

[@lewi7497]

So glad I found your channel man, outstanding content and really satisfying to watch. Keep it up!

[@Xspace360]

This is just TOO COOL. Thanks for sharing. My best friend is a teacher and this will be a great classroom project.

[@yaninayoga]

Thank you for your helpful demonstrations and fantastic advice

[@froezz]

I absolutely love your channel. Thank you.

[@legoworkshop2908]

I only watch u for anything terrarium related, so far ur the only person I've found who sounds like they've actually had firsthand experience and know what they're talking about.

[@ChaseKelleh]

I've been interested in terrariums recently and the first minute really helped me put them into perspective. Liked :)

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This was such a lovely video. It was that nice, I HAD to subscribe and like!

[@melissaannrivera4102]

Thanks for the video! It was very informational, and the terrarium came out beautiful!

[@doingitwelldotbiz]

Thank you so much for this video! My terrarium is thriving and I learned all the best info about them from you.

[@TheVocalMale]

Thanks for passing on your knowledge. I enjoy my plants and have an indoor fountain so you've now inspired me to become more creative. Brilliant channel.

[@madisonromero3529]

great video! just made my first terrarium with the kids! they loved it!

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Keep up the good work ...bringing life into your home is always beautiful...💝💝💝

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dude, totally awesome video. what a cool concept.

[@friedrice5292]

Great video SerpaDesign. Always a fan of terrariums and already wanted to me one. Keep up the great work. REAL enjoyed your video. Thank you again for sharing. Will try to make one soon!

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Really enjoyed this video, just the right pace and good ideas

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I enjoyed watching your presentation. well done :)

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I love this channel so much 🌱

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Really awesome! KZbin needed a good terrarium channel! Lol

[@mikeioannou4601]

I finally managed to make my first terrarium ! Yay!! :)

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You're definitely the most informative and entertaining channel on this topic. Thank you for the video, your channel has really helped me while researching for my biology project for school. Thank you for the video, I love it!

[@psychokraut3865]

Just found your channel and I'm obsessed with the terrarium. I will try it by myself soon. Binged watched your videos ❤ greetings from Germany

[@sharontaylor6441]

I really enjoy your tutorials. You are very easy to follow and you are very knowledgeable.

[@NicoleCorby]

Just found this channel. Thank you for making these videos. And thank you youtube for the recommendation.

[@YeeyeeToni]

I actually love this so much

[@ShellyRiddlespurger]

This guy is excellent. Thank you so much for your help.

[@merlelybird2726]

This is so cool!!!

[@olsisejdini1015]

I just made my own. Thanks mate and keep us updated 👍🏻

[@SerpaDesign]

Awesome! I will upload an update at the 1 month mark, it is doing great thus far.

[@whoueland4501]

@@SerpaDesign could you please write down the plants you use for me? I want to get the same one as yours. thank you

[@Dog_gone_it]

very nicely put together

[@Milochatif]

nice vid, very informative and well explained, def. making one

[@arnouxgaming6148]

That was a very satisfying experience

[@eduardolimacogheto4045]

Hi! I recently found out your channel. It's been very informative and inspiring. I'm gonna set my first terrariums this weekend and put into practice some of what I learned from you. Thanks =). Keep rocking!

[@LovesLifeLiterally]

I have been designing fairy gardens now for almost a year, but I've always been a gardener and grow all types of gardens regularly! But you have inspired me to start doing terrariums!! I live in South Alabama nearest the coast and my area is the best type of area to create native terrariums, due to the high humidity and warm climate i have here! So i have started collecting plants and watching your videos on the regular to set my terrariums up grandly! I also have my own youtube channel with how to videos on my fairy gardens and i will also have a video up soon about my first ever terrarium made! Ill be designing it the way you do here on your channel as well and i will give credit to Serpa Designs, since you gave me all the inspiration! thank you for inspiring me!

[@ImJustL00k1ng]

Nice tutorial. Keep it up!

[@nightchew]

Probably you hear this a lot but thanks for doing what you do and let people know about cool hobbies like this one. Since watching this video 2 weeks ago, made 2 learning terrariums.

[@Gardenfurnitur]

Nuno Eduardo Espiñal very good 👍

[@SurferKenTV3]

Was feeling upbeat, hoping to emulate this lovely terrarium till he said "And my cat died" at the end...and now I'm depressed with a bag of coco fiber in my lap

[@SerpaDesign]

Surfer Ken lol it's my accent... "Cacti" haha!

[@SurferKenTV3]

SerpaDesign haha I figured that. Great ideas, creative and informative, gonna do this with my kids.

[@SerpaDesign]

Surfer Ken Awesome, definitely a good family project. 👍

[@courtney188]

And my CACTI.

[@tifosansan]

I loved this, very good and informative. Well done!

[@araceli1750]

Really loved your video! So much great information for a newbie like me! I'm trying to do as much research before tackling my first terrarium. I'll definitely subscribe and check out all your videos. Again, thank you!

[@dainah105]

This video is amazing thanks

[@Bonusdoc]

Great video! I hope to try this out.

[@cefarther3945]

Had to get a new computer and bingeing on SerpaDesign today. I love learning all this. Someday, my house will be packed with all different terrariums.

[@ptflag]

Today I made my first one! Thanks for teaching!

[@anapaulapinheiro4304]

I'm in Brazil and I found you here on KZbin. I started the day before yesterday to make small terrariums with your tips

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Super Superb!! Super Superb!! Super Superb!! Thanks for sharing!

[@Guttergirl182]

So beautiful!

[@tranger4579]

great video, I always wanted to set one of these up.

[@kaitlyn4588]

I’m so jealous of your orchids. They are gorgeous.

[@neelalong5317]

Love this! Thank you.

[@markarizmendi2985]

Never really thought of something this, awesome vid looking forward to make one

[@sixthcavalier]

I live in a tropical rainforest. Why am I wantching this

[@sushirollling8390]

Sombra u can put ur home in ur pocket :D and travel with it lol

[@Appelouz]

It's still pretty cool though, making a closed ecosystem like that ;D

[@Crystalp1456]

Sombra So you can make rainforest terrariums to sell to tourist? 😐

[@amberfillmore3517]

I think you just coined a new term. WANTCHING: the art of watching someone else do something you want to do.

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Amber Fillmore then I WANTCH all day

[@jolabu74]

Wonderful 😍 very nice 👍. Thanks for Sharing

[@Gardenfurnitur]

Beautiful design and very good 👍

[@LordofAssassins43]

I have to say i rather enjoy you making terrariums and your voice! Thank you very much for making these videos! :D

[@wanderingangelstudio1359]

Great video! I keep reptiles and use a similar substrate mixture for my tropical animals as their habitats are bioactive.

[@eliazpasco8090]

you make it look so easy...Thanks :)

[@mgl63823]

Great Video, always wanted to build one, Now I know how.

[@SelvyLiu]

Thanks for the video! Love it

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Eu gosto muito do seu canal.... Assisto todos os vídeos! Parabéns E muito obrigada.....👏👏👏

[@Dunkelelf3]

LOL DUDE! i recently found your channel and watched your no opening terrarium video.. you said there you had this one forever but didn't figure out how to build it.. now i went back to watch your old vids from the beginning and here it is in the early days of the channel :D have a like for all the effort and awesome pieces of art you create.. you got my sub already..

[@LPManuelThe]

this is so awesome

[@djssquibbs3295]

Very nice man!!

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DJS Squibbs good

[@simpolicious]

Wow gj and glad to watch this new video!

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

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these terrariums are beautifull 😍😍

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New favorite you tuber 🌿👍☺️

[@jeremymarks8587]

You should make a video about what animals could be in a small terarium

[@potatolord8847]

Ants, flies, worms.

[@colinhamilton2490]

Jeremy Marks you could catch a mantis or spider and put it in there.

[@Nosynewt]

colin hamilton Mantis's need air and lots of climbable surfaces, but they are great pets. :D

[@llucidity9897]

Bailey Mitchell their is air in terrariums and just add tree branches 😂

[@morganm.6256]

KalebCanadian she was saying you shouldn't have a lid on it if you put a praying mantis in the terrarium. With the lid they won't have a lot of air.

[@richardchavez3299]

Very nice thank you kindly I can't wait to get started on mine

[@josetoro6565]

nice work mate!! good video :)

[@lightworkerlabs3287]

The Green Transition Between Parts 1-8 Helps ease the eyes. Would love to start my own terrerium one day :)

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just discovered the channel very cool got yourself a sub

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Awesome🌱💚💚💚

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Elise Smye 😳

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verrrry nice!

[@dishfish2]

Could you do a video about plants that are suitable for terrariums like this one? I am having trouble finding plants with tiny leaves, and I came across a few with tiny leaves like 'pilea depressa' but I am not sure if that's a creeper or even a tropical plant. I'd be curious how to identify plants what would work in such an environment. Thanks!

[@blackleatherboots]

Yeah it would really help if he made a video like that.

[@xxpowwowbluexx]

Yes, I agree. I looked for that video after watching this one but couldn’t find a video like that on his channel.

[@PraytheRosaryEveryDay]

Many thanks and God bless! Great instructional video. :)

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks, God bless you as well!

[@BLASTRONOID]

definitely interested in how you harvested the raw materials! this is great.

[@musicalmarion]

I just loved this video Tanner, but Oh My, that AWFUL annoying music !

[@SerpaDesign]

I've heard stuff about my voice and my hair, but that's a first for the music lol!

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Great video

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[@Sl8ter909]

Thank you! Very interesting. I'm going the park to get some raw material now.

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Dude amazing thank you

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They look too amazing to even be true!!