Making a Terrarium with miniature Orchids! 🌱🥰

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Considering the number of comments about this and probably future comments, I think I should put this in a pinned comment lol: I have a different opinion on drainage layers. I believe they will only accumulate water, not facilitate evaporation. I believe they promote pathogen build up, so for now I don't feel like drainage layers are a safe option for my plants. I want them to have healthy, aerated roots, so I prefer the entire medium communicate, share water and be evenly moist, or dry, like I do in my pots. A drainage layer stores stagnant water full of decomposition biproduct and that acidifies the environment. It's not hard for me to be careful how I water, I am always careful with my potted orchids ☺️ If you think drainage layers make sense, by all means use them, I really don't think they do at all, at least for orchids.. 5 more cm is not drainage for the length roots can grow, it's just wasted space for me. I always do things my way here on my channel and I document the results of my actions, so give me the benefit of the doubt and let's see what happens with doing things my way 😉

[@jayzpuall9819]

Please don’t confuse and mislead the newbies about terrarium Drainage. You think Drainage layer only accumulate water because your Drainage layer doesn’t have a hole and a pipe to drain the water completely. It’s just a regular aquarium .The purpose of Drainage layer is not to hold water. You just misunderstood the whole concept completely.

[@avryund]

I've been wanting to do this for a while. I have a few orchids in tiny terrariums already and can't wait to have the space for this kinda setup. I love the clover. There is a dark variety that makes little root bulbs and pretty little white flowers. Just throwing that out there, they are some of my favorite flowers.

[@bobirceaveronica]

It looks quite pretty ! I am curious to see it in a few months.

[@glalablala8539]

Hello, if I am not wrong, Schoenorchis is a german or dutch word. I think it is pretty hard to pronounce for non-native speakers. I (as a german native speaker) would pronounce it that way: The "sch" equals an englisch "sh", but the "oe" is an umlaut that cannot be found in the english language. It is close to the "i" in "Bird". "Or" is the same as the english word. The "ch" can be reproduced by trying to say the english "sh" and smiling at the same time. The "is" is again equivalent to the english "is". I think the most widespread english version is "Shon-or-kis", with the "schoen" pronounced like "shone". I hope I could help! Leonard

[@k2a2l2]

in the middle of planning out a terrarium and was trying to find what kind of flowering plants could be added, this vid is quite helpful thank you! looks really great as well, nicely done

[@billymacaraeg7761]

I think the orchids you could put is your lepanthes or some miniature bulbophyllums like the maquilingense. Your video really gave me insights about terrariums. Good luck 😄. Might try it one day.

[@billymacaraeg7761]

Or the phalaenopsis lindenii

[@joppek77]

Orchid vivarium looks great! Don't worry if it's looking a bit empty at the moment; any vivarium will take time to grow and mature. A few pointers and ideas: 1. Consider adding a _Haraella retrocalla_ if you can find one. It's a miniature orchid endemic to Taiwan which has flowers that looks like a bumblebee. It's adorable and very easy to grow. 2. You _may_ want to consider adding a fan inside the vivarium to keep the air moving. Epiphytic orchids are used to great airflow up in the trees and air in an enclosure tends to be stagnant. A good rule of thumb to know if you have sufficient airflow is that you should be able to see a slight movement of the leaves. Good luck with your project!

[@TY-ob7fz]

Thanks Danny. Good luck and looking foward to seeing updates. Where's Charlie 🙃?

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hehe charly gas a mansion in comparison 😂

[@connietreadway9460]

Love how it turned out. Quite beautiful and zen.

[@randihardy6642]

very very very new to orchids and just discovered your channel and am bingeing videos... adding the bugs blew my mind! thanks for all these helpful videos, i'm feeling much more informed about orchid care

[@kevinli7346]

I like how the whole process resembles aquascaping.

[@rafaestlo2327]

If I were you I will put the jewel in the back because it is bigger and will cover the smaller plants in some months. Appart of it, great job Danny. A couple of epidendrobates tricolor should be a good add there

[@lisacampbell9257]

This was a good video, I don't know why I didn't watch it when it came out. It's odd watching it in reverse. Lol. I really think that cucumber orchid is super cute. I don't think I have seen one before. Or maybe I missed that video too.

[@chemenginecat3940]

Wonderful!! So great to see so many orchids in a terrarium! I want to make one now! Just a suggestion: build up the soil under the Restrepia to make it stand a little taller. It would look great with moss, I wish I could send you some from my yard!

[@pandalove4everful]

Wow, pretty cool, Dani! Can’t wait to see updates on this. I have a terrarium that I’ve never used. This would be a great idea!

[@kerribailey2765]

Wow... the timing is perfect. I have been researching how to do this for a couple days. The 2 plants you have next to it would also look amazing in it. There is a multi-green variety of clover and I think it has purple flowers. I am even more motivated now.

[@MissOrchidGirl]

I hope my mediocalcar survives a warm terrarium, it would look better, but the clover would be great as well ☺️

[@emmaruiz9529]

Looks very pretty! You did a great job. You know what, I saw a bunch of insects as you were putting in the 4 leaf clover… I’m sure you’ll take care of it.🌿🌸🍃🌝

[@carpediem.9]

Very pretty :) curious to see how it progresses when everything grows nicely :) I would have added a layer of clay balls or pebbles and charcoal at the very bottom then cover it with a fine plastic mesh and then put in the soil, that way the water would sit there instead of in the soil.

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, I have a different opinion on drainage layers. I believe they will only accumulate water, not facilitate evaporation and promote pathogen build up, so for now I don't feel like drainage layers are a safe option for my plants. I want them to have healthy roots. I prefer the entire medium communicate, share water and be evenly moist, or dry, rather than store stagnant water full of decomposition biproduct. It's not hard for me to be careful how I water, that is one of the first things we learn as orchid growers, moreso than other, more tolerant to root suffocation plants 😉

[@j.k.terrell8034]

Botanical Art plus intuitive imagination equals fascinating possibilities. Great Job! !

[@CarmensOrchids]

Omg i was literally checking terrarium stuff for a change because its been a week since im watching all your orchid tutorials and i didnt know u make terrarium tooooo!!!! OMGGGGGGG

[@KP-gw5zv]

Love the terrarium that you have created. Well done. I am looking forward to the updates and the orchids that you add to it as well as the more items add to the design. I am however one of less is more. I love the orchids and plants making up the terrarium and not the items. It is fun watching one's terrarium come into it's own. Have fun and enjoy. Have a wonderful weekend.

[@tenchuu007]

Looks good! Often we put down leca with a permeable sheet over it as a bottom layer, then the soil. This creates a drainage layer so the soil doesn't get soggy. You should add a couple dart frogs or a gecko!

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, I have a different opinion on drainage layers. I believe they will only accumulate water, not facilitate evaporation and promote pathogen build up, so for now I don't feel like drainage layers are a safe option for my plants. I want them to have healthy roots. I prefer the entire medium communicate, share water and be evenly moist, or dry, rather than store stagnant water full of decomposition biproduct 😉

[@tenchuu007]

Fair enough!

[@jakeschreiner9348]

Dart frogs would need a mister system they need very very high humidity

[@tenchuu007]

@@jakeschreiner9348 that's relatively easy to maintain in a glass aquarium. My setup uses leca at the bottom which I never let stagnate but the balls are always a little wet. Springtails migrate down there and keep it clean. That humidity helps the soil, and then a misting three times a day works fine for them. Incorporating the orchids is the part I'm getting to next, but as their care requirements are very similar to the frogs, they should do well.

[@andreinabelloso]

Omg, I want something like that for my home... keep us posted!!! You are a inspiration for everyone!!! Thanks so much

[@stephaniesands119]

I love how you're getting into terrariums!! I have an old fluval edge that I'm not using anymore & I just figured out what I'm gonna do with it 😁😁😁

[@Stumpybear7640]

Hi Danny, I'm impressed with your artistry. Loving the new venture. Look forward to seeing how your terrarium develops xxx

[@rachelwebber3605]

I believe your clover plants are actually wood sorrel. They're a favorite groundcover of mine, with nice yellow, pink, or white flowers (depending on the species) and a lovely sour apple to lemony taste to the leaves.

[@shrimpbynightbythomas8212]

It looks great. Where do you order mini orchids online? Have you grow orchids from seeds?

[@mini6876]

The terrarium looks great! I like the addition of the clover ☘️

[@MaxParadiz]

I fell absolutely in love with that cucumber orchid. I managed to find a provider near me, and I will try my best to keep it healthy. Learning about the spring tails was also very cool, I am finding them everywhere now and appreciating them :) And the terrarium is gorgeous, great job and good luck! Thanks a lot for your videos! They are truly insightful and inspiring!

[@lccch4115]

Very cool one! Sophronitis cernua would definitely look cute and the foliage is not ugly at all! ;) Too bad Dendrobium Cuthbersonii is a cool grower, as it's tiny and blooms for a very long time it would have been awesome Maybe some hybrids would be more warmth tolerant? I thought a Nepenthes would be amazing in there too but they grow so much faster than orchids and I'm not sure if you could find any that remain compact It's great that springtails are already doing the job with molds Waiting for updates :)

[@shirleyholt898]

Thank you for sharing your tutorial on terrarium. Very interesting,and I think I just might try one.🥰🤗

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Glad you enjoyed it, it's not a tutorial though, I'm no expert 😉

[@CyaneInkArt]

I have had orchid terrarium pretty long time. I haven't fully "decorated" it. But it is home for my leafless orchid, that require high humidity. I use gravel on bottom, gives it some drainage.

[@kittykaser30]

Such a cute set up, have been thinking of creating a terrarium but not sure on what plants to use. Until now!

[@747070]

This was really beautiful! A tip is to use rocks in the bottom with a layer of thin net underneath the soil. Perhaps this works as well, never done a terrarium with orchids. I think it turned out very well! Love how you matched the rocks with the background, it looks natural - like a piece of nature caught in a tank :) Btw, I got my first orchids from my father a few weeks ago, never really had a liking to them earlier but ever since then I started watching your channel and now I am amazed of how many types of orchids there are. They are all beautiful! Thank you for your channel, I enjoy watching your videos :)

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, I have a different opinion on drainage layers. I believe they will only accumulate water, not facilitate evaporation and promote pathogen build up, so for now I don't feel like drainage layers are a safe option for my plants. I want them to have healthy roots. I prefer the entire medium communicate, share water and be evenly moist, or dry, rather than store stagnant water full of decomposition biproduct. It's not hard for me to be careful how I water, that is one of the first things we learn as orchid growers, moreso than other, more tolerant to root suffocation plants 😉

[@747070]

@@MissOrchidGirl Right, I remember you saying something about that in one of your videos. Btw, would love to see an update on the terrarium in a couple of months to see how everything has spread across the soil :)

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Updates will be plentiful, just make sure you're subbed and the bell notification is on! 👍

[@0rigamidragon694]

Thanks!! I’m so inspired to make my own orchidsrium :)

[@amberrussell3190]

I love this vid and it got me thinking how cool it would be if u did avid showing/ doing a water feature with orchids omg that would be amazing

[@tyshastx]

Wow just on time. I am making mine this weekend

[@FughlyHx0]

Loveeee this! Can't wait to see how you get on with it! I feel like you need some little mini dinosaur toys in there 🤣

[@leagoudenove2687]

J'adore tes vidéos ! Merci beaucoup ! C'est sublime !

[@iyamt]

I recently got the Biorb Air I can't wait to put orchids in it! Your video is a good source of inspiration for me :-D Thanks Danny!

[@sasquatchdonut2674]

If you still have it, you should consider putting a mourning gecko in it. They’re small enough that they won’t break anything

[@klcpca]

As an added interest.... consider looking at isopods as part of your clean up crew.... there are soooo many different types!! Cute set up... looking forward to updates....

[@ravuthmiller4887]

Very creative..I love watching your channel!!

[@jamieschriver4813]

Your terrarium turned out beautifully, great video 👍👍

[@glampirexo]

Omg I'm so excited to see how this grows!!!

[@wandashaw3551]

I think you did a very good job with everything. Can't wait to see how it progresses! Happy Growing 🌿🐞🌻🏵💮🌸

[@cindyhorton6980]

That is really cool! You did a great job with it!

[@martatomaselli9008]

It looks very cool 🤩 looking forward for an update

[@miamianz]

It'd be great if the bottom half of the tank was actually some sort of screen that allows larder exit and it here to enter. Sounds like someone's future business model.

[@karkalisgeorge5427]

Amazing!!! Like a painting picture!!!❣❣❣

[@LinniC93]

Was worried at first that you didn't have Charlie anymore, so I was relieved when you were using his old home, not his current home 😊 Also the terrarium turned out really pretty! I like the effect of the "aquascaping" without water 😄

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Actually you can see Charlie on my second channel in the Calathea video 😉

[@LinniC93]

@@MissOrchidGirl Oh yeah, there he is! Sorry I missed that 💙 Good to see him happy and healthy 🤗

[@nadyakust6963]

It is very beautiful, you are a very good designer.

[@juliedaniels5594]

Hi Dani. Thanks for all your hard work! 2 weeks ago I got a Twinkle. I repotted following your guides. Now about an inch on the tips of leaves has turned yellow. It hasn’t been in the sun and was fertilised half strength once. Any ideas as to what could be wrong? Thank you!

[@jamtea388]

You inspired me to make a terrarium, thank you!

[@2.0-u3h]

Hello, I've got a question about orchids and terrariums... Is it possible to make a terrarium with "real" rain without damaging the orchids? I know that water on Orchid leaves or in the crown are bad (pls correct me if I'm wrong there). So if I would let it rain in my terrarium I can't avoid running water over the leaves or in the crown. Would it help if there's some kind of wind ? Btw keep on going the good work ! ツ

[@witheredaway6747]

I think you could put an schoenorchis scolopendria in the terrarium, it is an unique plant and has an amazing creeping habit as i heard. A similar orchid to it is angraceum distichum.

[@teixeir3]

Looks great!

[@nateellenberger6043]

5:00 The name of the wood you are looking for is called "drift wood" (used in aquariums). You can find "drift wood" online too in case you are having a problem finding a good piece at your local pet store. ......and as you already know, drift wood can be pricey.

[@michal_king478]

Thats so lovely. I thought I might make something like this.

[@travelorchidslondon]

Well done! Really beautiful!

[@ALA12KAM34]

Looking forward to updates great idea x

[@joshsilver1010]

Looks great, maybe red pumice instead of perlite would keep the substrate looking a bit better

[@marygorchidsmore2058]

Hi Danny, hope you're well. I just watched your terrarium making for orchids. How are the plants doing? Has anything rotted? How often do you water it?

[@stephenorchids4943]

It looks so cute love it hope it works for you good luck 😘

[@joshuarichards8065]

Clover shouldn't have runners unless it's a weird one, you may have an Oxalis or a Wood Sorrel. If it's flowers will tell. Clover flowers form in very round clusters that look like a cheerleaders pompom. Oxalis and Wood Sorrel have petunia like flowers.

[@aoiahiru670]

looks like sorrel to me, too.

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Ohh could be that then!

[@aoiahiru670]

@@MissOrchidGirl I grew up in the southern part of my country and we didn't have real clover there, just the sorrel type. I used to think it was clover, too. It's nice to eat as well. Tart!

[@evepoeschl2348]

Did you treat the wood at all? I've read a few sources that says to boil and soak the wood so the tannins are removed so it doesn't hurt the plants. Thoughts?

[@uskitin]

I'll look forward to updates on this!!! Did you use anything to attach the mounted orchids? (Wire, a tie of some kind? )

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, no it just sits on the wood, I was lucky with it ☺️

[@amybowser7616]

Beautiful set up. Do you suppose this type of terrarium would work for a mounted ghost orchid? I'm absolutely obsessed with them but can't figure out a way to recreate it's environment enough to keep one in my home. Thoughts?

[@Jordan-od4nv]

I came across this video as I’m looking to create my own terrarium for some mini orchids. Not sure if you’ve posted an update or not, but how did this setup work out? Most of the orchid terrarium videos I find are of orchids still in pots, but I prefer the natural look that you have here so I’m curious to know if this worked out?

[@luckystrike3786]

Terrariums-vivariums need false bottom or drainage holes in order to avoid excess of water in the soil which can leads to root rotting-fungus and mold.

[@discoverme7621]

Thanks for sharing 👍 my son has empty tanks n I need to try now 😊

[@jaznjaimee]

Looks great!!!

[@victoriar8928]

Hi I have a question! I got a phalaenopsis orchid about three weeks or so ago and it had beautiful blooms. It also bloomed a couple more flowers in my care. Then a week or so ago I bought miracle gro orchid plant food mist and I sprayed the moss and the leaves a bit. I don’t know if I over fertilized because I did spray like a lot. The next day my flowers started falling off and it made me really sad. And then even my new blooms fell off even though they’re supposed to last for weeks. However the roots are green and there’s one that has a green tip that’s growing to the top. Did I lose my blooms because I overfertilized my orchid? If so, should I fertilize again or should I leave it alone? I’m also not sure how many sprays I’m supposed to give the plant from the bottle. Thank you!

[@babypegasus]

how did you transplant the mounted orchid? Didn't see that I don't think.... I'm considering starting one and this is so useful

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, type in the search bar 'missorchidgirl unmount orchids' and you'll see a few examples ☺️

[@lindad1195]

I would think you’d need a layer of pebbles or small rocks in the bottom for drainage. Looks beautiful though!

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, I have a different opinion on drainage layers. I believe they will only accumulate water, not facilitate evaporation and promote pathogen build up, so for now I don't feel like drainage layers are a safe option for my plants. I want them to have healthy roots. I prefer the entire medium communicate, share water and be evenly moist, or dry, rather than store stagnant water full of decomposition biproduct. It's not hard for me to be careful how I water, that is one of the first things we learn as orchid growers, moreso than other, more tolerant to root suffocation plants 😉

[@MermaidGunner]

You’re looking for spiderwood or manzanita. Spiderwood is great for this!

[@ChadLower]

I’m looking for some high heat and high humidity orchids for my panther chameleon terrarium. Where do you suggest to order ones like you put in your terrarium?

[@juliamahler415]

I can;t wait to see what happens!

[@dkfornow5008]

Hi Danny! The terrarium looks good. Edit: Just realized you talked about him in the springtails video! I would highly recommend Tanner's channel SerpaDesign, he does some amazing terriums and has some excellent examples and explanations (including on hacks how to do the draining bottom that some have talked about in the comments).

[@kenazaragozavelasco3837]

True, I also recommend it, he explain the false bottom( with leca, pebbles etc) for drainage and also options for overwatering in terrariums like yours.

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, I have a different opinion on drainage layers. I believe they will only accumulate water, not facilitate evaporation and promote pathogen build up, so for now I don't feel like drainage layers are a safe option for my plants. I want them to have healthy roots. I prefer the entire medium communicate, share water and be evenly moist, or dry, rather than store stagnant water full of decomposition biproduct. It's not hard for me to be careful how I water, that is one of the first things we learn as orchid growers, moreso than other, more tolerant to root suffocation plants 😉

[@kenazaragozavelasco3837]

I don’t write to often in English and I’m shy, but I been waiting for you to do this, that’s why I’m writing to you finally. Any way, just and idea, when I wanted to built my terrarium I was worried with overwatering, how to take out the water, and I used and idea of that channel to take out the extra water in the bottom, and be able to see it (I was worried to kill my orchids). I’m a fan of yours and I would like to share some names of species that have work for me , but I have to look for the names, the choose that you make is excellent. I’m really looking forward to see how it goes, how you try new things in this adventure , best wishes 😊👍🏼

[@kels9713]

Hi Danni! What is that potted plant to the left of the terrarium? It looks interesting

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, it's a succulent of sorts, not sure of the name ☺️ edit: it's a Graptopetalum apparently, makes cute pink flowers!

[@Wrongald]

I'll cross my fingers too. Hope it helps... :)

[@kennychen2735]

It would look like a aquarium for a betta

[@sergiol114]

Hi Danny, nice terrarium! One question though, how did you mount the angraecum because you didn’t take a close up and suddenly the angraecum was attached. Thanks!

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, if you mean the Aerangis, it just sits there, didn't need to tie it up, got lucky with it ☺️

[@sergiol114]

MissOrchidGirl Whoops, exactly right, the Aerangis 😅. Nice that you got lucky then! Good luck with the maintenance, I’ll look forward to the update, thanks!

[@iRusiko]

Nice video, thanks! I like this balance between visual design and functionality~ I'm actually just found this vid via search and I'm kinda interesting - how this setup is doing now? Because I'm thinking about making something similar for sone of my plants, and I was thinking about how to make it more long-lasting and easy to maintain.

[@tarantulasandmore7827]

Love the video

[@majordelilah]

this is so exciting!!! I I terrarium videos

[@Mobobo1832]

Sorry if this was mentioned in the video (if so I missed it), did you find out if the lamp you used was full-spectrum or not?

[@florencekalma5629]

Nice 👍🏼 job.

[@bhadrachatterjee9163]

Please help me earnestly i wanna know what is the medium cuz u planted d orchid right in n i have a debondrium but that doesn't grow in normal soil please tell me d medium pleaasssseeeee

[@monkey93xf]

I put clovers and moss around the base of a lot of my plants to keep fungus gnats out

[@Rust-Trap-Ranch]

Hi Where did you get the cucumber orchid? Thx Gary

[@staceyorourke6810]

You should check out @Serpadesign. Tanner is great with terrariums. It looks wonderful!

[@bettapalfish9057]

Great video. Are you going to get more Lepanthes Orchids for this project?

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, yes I already ordered another ☺️ I depend on availability, so we'll see what other cool orchids and plants I'll find 😉

[@andygalvan9628]

Danny u should water it every month or so. That’s because it dosent have a false bottom.

[@aurora_dawn123]

I thought you were gonna use a ficus pumila, or a selaginella species as the forground plant, or even a moss species, or a liverwort.

[@ursulalong4179]

Hi, I am hoping you can help! I have my phals growing in semi-hydroponics in a clear container. The orchids are thriving however, there is a build up of algae. What would you suggest? I have tried hydrogen peroxide which has helped a little. I was wondering whether springtails would help? Any advice would be great appreciated! Thank you!

[@jilly6007]

Could you put jewel orchids in something like this? What medium would you use?

[@MissOrchidGirl]

Hi, well I did add a jewel Orchid there, you must have missed it ☺️

[@joshuarichards8065]

I wonder if a terrarium is more ideal for mounted orchids than a greenhouse?

[@Stumpybear7640]

Probably, for little ones 😘

[@sophiatedaldi4436]

I'm not 100% sure but I think your Clover might actually be a Shamrock

[@ashleelynn3485]

Where do you order orchids from ?