Will Dried Moss Return to Life?

Welcome back everyone! In this one we'll upgrade a few of my setups and remove the terrarium from the terrarium in an aquarium. As I said in the video, this wasn't an easy decision to make because once it's out, it's out. However, the more time went on I felt that it was the right thing to do for a number of reasons. The fish will have a larger volume of water to enjoy, the aquarium will look nicer and the tank can be rescaped/planted to some degree.
With the above in mind, I will most like use a few seiryu stones and some driftwood to spice up the scape. I'm not sure about the wood, but definitely the stones. Keep in mind that I want to retain the hardscape that's there currently and simply add to it. I know the aquarium isn't much to look at now, but it will be magnificent in no time. If that's a process you'd like to see, let me know in the comments otherwise I'll just do it on my own.
I purchased the Dusk Moss Mix and the vivarium plants from www.glassboxtropicals.com/ They have a great selection of plants that always come in well. Definitely a good resource to use if you're in the market for plants, microfauna, hardscape or dusk moss of course.
Also, the botanicals came from tanninaquatics.com/ They have an excellent selection of botanicals that are reasonably priced. If you've never ordered them before I'd recommend one of their enigma packs and let them know what type of setups you keep. They'll curate a bag full of botanicals specifically designed for your hobby.
If you have any comments, suggestions or questions, leave them down in the comments! Also for additional content like this, photos of my terrariums, projects sneak peeks and more, follow me on Instagram @SerpaDesign. / serpadesign
#moss #botanicals #serpadesign

[@aquajuwel7098]

You are my favorite KZbin channel. No drama, no selling, no narcissism, just feel good educational content with amazing visuals . You are So talented.....

[@SerpaDesign]

Thank you! Glad you're enjoying my content. 😊

[@theweirdplantguy4873]

Aqua Juwel you said it well. Just honest effort on projects, with honest comment- and I like when things that don’t work out are shone- we all can learn

[@jjayneartworkx]

I fully agree. I love to slowly wake up or wind down the day/night watching them. It's a most chill pace, mellow, I dig your music choices, and most of all...you totally have the audio PERFECTED! 👍Thanks for sharing all your great work! 💞🌈🌿

[@nirim_does_stuff]

I don’t know, that ‘you guessed it’ sounded a bit dramatic to me 🤔

[@khairafire9284]

Agreed!

[@pepsi93]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="193">3:13</a> "But i do what i MOSSt" was that a moss pun

[@Silverity]

Ahaha, the moment I heard it I dropped to the comments. Yay pun appreciation!

[@20greeneyes20]

Can you do a terrarium growing mushrooms? I love their look, tiny little ones of course. I think it would be a hit. If its possible. Thanks !

[@andrewtatetopg9425]

it wouldn't be a hit.

[@-8_8-]

Mushrooms are the "fruit". It might be tough to get them forming all the time.

[@bones1026]

Elijah Yurkovsky why not? Mushrooms are so cute!

[@jmicaha2655]

Elijah Yurkovsky disagree! Particularly on more forestry looking terrariums. Mushrooms would make it very mystical

[@azura4582]

occasionally they will pop up in a tank as it matures so i just enjoy them while they last

[@alexmoffatt8272]

You are really the Bob Ross of Terrariums, painting with moss, that was really cool. I love your videos and youve inspired me to creatr my own, even though theyre not doing so well. I hope I learn more. Keep up the good work!

[@SerpaDesign]

They call me Bob Moss for a reason! 😉

[@Angel-ew5tq]

@@SerpaDesign oh my god...a pun god

[@adonique1481]

Good god you guys beat me to it! I didn't even read this comment when answering 🤣

[@calcaware]

Can't wait to see the result of that moss growth.

[@pay1370]

That blackwater thank of yours just keeps getting better and better ❤

[@SerpaDesign]

I think so too! May have went a little dark this time, but I'm enjoying it nonetheless.

[@theweirdplantguy4873]

SerpaDesign it really makes that fish 🐠 pop

[@willh7440]

@@SerpaDesign Maybe add some ghost wood in the tank to bring out more visual elements in the dark water?

[@ctophercs]

Thank you for sharing. I really enjoyed watching this video please keep making more videos.

[@SerpaDesign]

Do you think I made the right decision? I do! Like I said in the video, I'd just start over from scratch at a later time. Also, in case you were wondering, out of the 298 comments I went through: 30 votes (10%) wanted me to redo the terrarium 170 (57%) wanted me to extend the aquarium into the jar 27 (9%) wanted me to turn the jar into an ecosphere 71 (24%) wanted me to make this a dedicated aquarium As always thanks for watching and I'll be back next week with something really unique. Stay tuned!

[@Friendcalledchicken]

SerpaDesign I think the smell you got opening the jar means you made the right decision. It’s a great idea, but one that’s not really great in practice. I have always agreed with you over maintaining the terrariums, and having one in the aquarium made that near impossible.

[@fireballx3144]

Hey love the vid. Do u think it would be alright if I put isopods and oak leaf creaping fig together. I just don't want them eating the plant while I grow it. Thank u and I cant wait to get my youtube channel up.

[@randypotter5160]

You could try and mount the jar on top of a rock exposing the rim of the jar just above the water line:)

[@bentleyangeldekao7768]

The one hundred eighty gallon vivarium has made me have a new appreciation for plants. I only saw them as individuals, but now I see how they can work harmoniously. I love going to the forest and I couldn’t find out why it was calm but it was easy on my eyes. Before plant were just animals who can’t move, but now I see them as a part of nature in other places besides the forest. I was waiting for the dart frogs, but now I think they’ll take away the beauty, they’ll be a distraction from the beauty of the plants. I used to want dart frogs, but instead now having a beautiful group of plants is what I want. So I say don’t get the frogs, I think you won’t appreciate the plants as much.

[@aanjaneyac.8406]

what fish are kept in that tank? i need some for my setup but i forgot the name oops..

[@prauww]

That’s how -mafia- moss works

[@SerpaDesign]

Mossia.

[@prauww]

SerpaDesign 😂

[@andrewtatetopg9425]

@@SerpaDesign the p u n s

[@naysneedle5707]

I'm glad the terrarium is gone. I'd like to see how you get the aquarium cleaned up.

[@SerpaDesign]

Me too! It's kind of a relief. I'll most likely do the video on that.

[@MistressNutmeg]

I have that same algae and can't get rid of it. I'd love to see a cleanup vid!

[@FishteryLFS]

You are such a great educator. If like to see a video of the aquarium redo, because those are the best teachable moments. Redo projects are when I leave the thinks that the teacher thought were obvious, but I didn't have a clue!

[@m.k.9405]

Superb! Love all your videos about terrariums, vivariums and paludariums. You're doing such a great job mimicking nature, no matter what is the size of the enclosure. For me it is the hardest part of creating a terrarium.

[@scotty3703]

Yes please show us the update video of this aquarium! Love your content

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks for the input!

[@paulinafrancopaya6512]

Can we see how it grew that moss? A year passes!

[@ArTicKiiTTiiNs]

It's great hearing from a content creator that they're humbled and grateful for their audience. As a member of said audience, it never gets old. I look forward to the next my friend and can't wait for what surprises the future holds with the SerpaSquad.

[@jamesgreen9372]

I appreciated the moss mix technique and links. Kudos on frankly reviewing your experiment ! We all learn by trial and error, and it take a confident instructor to discuss both. Thanks again, Jim

[@joyfulsoul4537]

Everything in this video is informative and easy to understand. I even made one after learning from you. Thank you so much! All those people who disliked your are either jealous or losers.

[@josephkidd3622]

I am sure you could film every little thing you do with this hobby and most will enjoy it. You have an awesome talent and even if something doesn’t work out right it is still nice to see because you have such a passion for it. Remember when experimenting there is no failure, just learning what doesn’t work.

[@usaguitarmaniac]

Discovered your channel this week and almost seen all vids. Love your work, livestyle and way of thinking. Greets from Germany, Martin.

[@Seanbonsailuv]

Dude!!! I love love love what you do...inspiration is at its height for me and you’ve helped contribute immensely! Thank you for all your informative and beautiful videos! Awesome setups!!

[@nanettedecker7981]

I’ve been fascinated by every video you make! Thank you.

[@HeyItsCharlie]

I love how your betta looks at everything you put in the tank! So cute

[@makanivalur]

Really looking forward to seeing updates on the moss. Looks very intriguing. Please keep up the good work, I always enjoy your videos immensely!

[@Catbox_Monster]

Just wanted to say I enjoy your videos very much. You really know your stuff, and it's easy to see how much care you put into your projects and how much they mean to you. Thanks for sharing your work with us. When the weather gets nicer, I'm going to try making a terrarium with locally gathered flora!

[@wild.forest]

I really love this channel! I watch at least a couple of your videos before going to sleep. They are relaxing and inspiring. Thank you for doing what you're passionate about and sharing it with the world.

[@mikeknudsen7561]

I can't wait to see an update on the moss. I just finished the construction on my 54 gallon and I'm knee deep in the planting phase. The moss totally makes the build, and I can't get enough! I really enjoy your videos!

[@SerpaDesign]

You know it! Moss is where it's at.

[@Marlonscrazy]

I really appreciate your videos. They help me calm down and zone out from life. Keep on doing what you’re doing it means a lot.

[@HCAqua]

All your setups look amazing!

[@meganelizabeth3900]

I'd be interested in seeing how to re-balance the aquarium, seeing the thought process for how to get it back on track.

[@kellylyell1903]

I look forward to seeing the upcoming projects!

[@dianneleon35]

As always a joy to watch. You never disappoint. Thank you!

[@SerpaDesign]

Love to hear that. Thank you so much!

[@Phantom_atropos]

I'm currently studying biology and moss is really fascinating to me, I might try to do something like this this summer, when my semester is over. You're doing awesome work !

[@johnfloydman7735]

Great update video thanks 🌿👍 looking forward to seeing your upcoming projects . I bet you can't wait to get outside in the spring and start working on the pond 🐠🇬🇧

[@WastedYear1]

I recently discovered your channel, and it's now easily one of my favorites. Awesome content, visuals, creativity. Keep up the amazing work!

[@SerpaDesign]

Thank you very much I appreciate that!

[@naerwyn239]

Welcome, friend.

[@joannpisapia8518]

Thank you for knowledgeable and concise content you supply. I am just starting and really enjoy your artistic and sound techniques that is easy to follow!

[@DefiningLiz]

Hello! I just recently found your channel and am quite enjoying learning anything I come across. Completely new to all this, so it’s really fun just seeing what you’re up to and what I may want to learn or try in the future. Your designs are absolutely lovely!

[@aqualabcreations]

Awesome plant selections!

[@mightybruno]

Loved the video. Looking forward to the moss paint job. Yes for all your suggestions for future videos 👍🏼🕺🏻

[@FishDecor]

its a pleasure to watch your videos....Love it. Thank you for sharing.

[@AliciaOnlineGameplay]

I would love to see a video dedicated on how to fix and maintain a balanced aquarium, as I'm pretty new to the hobby myself and your aquariums looks so clean and healthy!

[@michaelclark4550]

Your vids are really cool! Getting alot of inspiration!

[@miketillis8562]

I'm really new to all this and you have helped me in so many ways. Keep up all the hard work and thank you.

[@manuelurquiola4566]

Hi! Your videos are great!! Its very nice to see the excellent quality you have achieved! Thanks!

[@mlbumller]

Ty for the link for the plants. Now, after a year watching your vids, going to plant a setup soon

[@judasgoatbarbecue4336]

Beautiful work!

[@hannahcarson5688]

The big terrarium looks so epic!

[@sunriseoriental2951]

It’s a pleasure to watch your video ❤

[@varunm7011]

I got into terrariums recently and your videos are helpful and interesting. Appreciate your effort and content keep up the good work

[@btdarterschannel112]

"But I do what I must to have happy patches of moss." Classic!!!! Thanks for a great video, as always, Tanner!! 😁🌿🐟👍

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@benjaminandersen1097]

I think that, among many, one the big qualities of your channel is when you show of an experiment gone wrong, that lets us all learn. Keep it up, i love your vids!

[@valiaudet3415]

You are so good with all of your builds.

[@katherinehigh2055]

I love your videos! I am a science teacher , watching these videos and the HTT vids has inspired me to try and attempt making mini terrariums with my students this spring. Trying to decide on good “free” or nearly free containers. Water bottles seem to be a logical choice as they are everywhere but I’d like something glass. We are in Louisiana so we have a pretty endless supply of mosses and plants that grow well in our environment! Keep up the great videos , I’ve learned something from each of them!

[@simonenasc440]

Love what you do!!! Ao glad I found your channel... 👏👏👏👏

[@williamhorn4290]

Awesome as always man!

[@janicecarey3592]

as usual-great content! I love all of your work!

[@evanthompson3727]

It is really cool to see an advanced builder like yourself succeed, but it is just as interesting to me seeing how to properly troubleshoot and promote success long term despite hiccups along the way.

[@tamikasims9692]

Beautiful work.

[@briangilman1937]

Love your channel man, keep doing what you do

[@diversegardener392]

I love your work its like being in a lab with you. It's magical to see all your transformations come to life.

[@DaisyOh]

Fascinating video! Would love to see more on how that moss mixture works!

[@sweetidruin]

I thought the idea of a terrarium in an aquarium was a pretty cool experiment! Can’t wait to see what you have planned next! The addition of the different botanicals in all your setups is nice. You’ve got so many great ideas, thanks for sharing!!

[@lindahenderson840]

I will watch anything you do it is always interesting to watch and we learn so much Thanks Tanner

[@gene_Code]

Vivarium looks so beautiful!!! Dayumm

[@lobau_]

While some other aquascapers try to make their tanks looks like a Hollywood movie set, with fake rifts, unrealistic stones, and even waterfalls, I truly love that your tanks look like a realistic slice of the forest.

[@siegfrico1428]

Love your content

[@twunderaquatics1770]

I love the Casper set-up. You're inspiration toward botanicals is awesome.

[@SerpaDesign]

Isn't he a character?!

[@DanHiteshew-oneandonly]

Your set ups are fantastic.

[@maxime.rituit]

You are my favorite KZbin channel, your videos are just great and their content just like it! Thank you for all your advice !!

[@derekcalhoun9201]

I wanna say thank you for everything that you do. You have inspired me to start Doing the same thing.

[@jesenia8940]

Ill watch anything you upload friend! I love your channel! Me and my brother have learned so much!

[@KStx565]

Love your work!

[@raehorvath]

All your videos & I've watched a lot of them are both informative & relaxing ! Always full of lots of tried & true useful information & ideas ! my go to KZbin Guru !

[@christabellmiranda5480]

The aquarium looks beautiful by itself... and your fish are happy and thriving..

[@greenishapples1732]

Videos have had SUPER great editing recently! Thanks!

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks I appreciate that! Still trying to improve, but I've been spending more time editing as of late.

[@VaChiee]

Love the tips and vids keep it up!!

[@ZestySea]

Really interested in growing moss - your pieces are really beautiful- very inspiring

[@captainbleedinobvious1684]

Looking forward to next week.

[@paulstingray]

You have some awesome setups!

[@bigslyhoover8262]

Love your tank set up keep the video coming

[@DIYEcosystems]

The content is amazing. Keep up the good work!!

[@insanetxartist]

Found your channel quite by accident and happy that I did. You seem to be doing the sort ofprojects I wish I had the space to do.

[@blakerogers6884]

Your vids are amazing my dude!

[@wendyanndarling]

Super interested of the aquariums development and how the moss painting turned out!! Btw, Casper is adorable ❤️

[@lauracapps7488]

This was such a cool video! I love your natural designs and hope to turn a 45 gal I have into a huge terrarium one day. Until then, I guess I'll keep watching you!

[@jfgaxeworks3447]

Thanks for the update on the TerraAquarium. I was wondering how that one turned out. Subbed and belled. Thanks!

[@toshiroolangar3855]

I really love your channel! Keep it up!

[@Dan_Slee]

Love the video update thanks as always. For the blackwater betta tank, the black background looks amazing, but might I suggest mounting a mirror above at a 45 degree angle to reflect the light from outside into a spotlight in the tank. If nothing else it would add a nice dramatic touch.

[@BEINERFELTs]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@janlovett1887]

Love your videos! I want to see more!

[@jimbobaso2832]

once I get my own place I want to start mine too, but for now i will watch yours

[@RachelOLeary]

oh man, that moss mix is sexy! Sorry I am late to the party! I am so thrilled you are so into the botanical train as well! They add such great details to your already beautiful scapes and designs. I also LOVE that you encourage folks to TRY things and see what works. Keep up the great work, Tanner!

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks for the encouragement Rachel! No need to apologise, I usually don't catch videos right away either. I really don't like when people give up before trying, so I always try to get everyone to at least try. 😁

[@sarahk4047]

So stunning

[@tamarrajames3590]

I love to watch you work on these, you make it all seem effortless, but I’m certain you have given a great deal of thought and planning before you put hand to the task. I particularly appreciate the huge difference the black backing has made to Casper’s tank. I think you definitely made the right choice regarding the terrarium, it likely would have drastically changed the ecology of the tank to just open it up. To the fish tank. I got a container of that dehydrated moss to give me the base of a shade garden in the Spring/...seriously hoping it works as well as it claims to. I think it has buttermilk dehydrated into it as well, but I’m not sure. Thanks for sharing the beauty again...I’m always happy to get lost in the green of your creations.🖤🇨🇦

[@christiansanchez1486]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="193">3:13</a> You do what you mosst hey Tanner, thanks for the small chuckle👌

[@davidcoke976]

Love your videos! been a long time subscriber, and have never been happier with your channel! Was hoping you might do a mini video on getting the aquarium back to perfect condition after you took out the terrarium. My tanks always look very good but not PERFECT like yours. I get tiny algae patches, or odd plant growth, or water discolor ever so slightly. I try everything I can to get my tank pristine like your but I just can’t ever keep it that way for more than a day. Would love to see your process for getting and keeping an aquarium crystal clear and healthy. Thanks again for the constantly top notch content and inspiration!

[@SerpaDesign]

I got you! At the end of the day it all comes with balancing a tank. Algae is inevitable and even pristine looking tanks have it. Without knowing everything about your tanks I can't diagnose, but I'm curious what your filtration and circulation is like.

[@davidcoke976]

SerpaDesign wow thanks for the response! I have a 55 gallon with an aqua clear 110 filter on one side. I also use 1 sponge filter on the opposite side. I use to have a current pump but it burnt out last month. I gravel vac and do water changes weekly. I use to be able to do more maintenance but I had a little one a couple months back and staying on top has proven difficult lol. Thanks again for your hard work and your communication with your subs :)

[@GreenUptowner]

Great videos!

[@cbear013]

I love your videos! Especially when something doesn't work out. Thank you for sharing! Lighting!!!! Please do a lighting video

[@PlantedElement]

Casper looks so good in his Blackwater!

[@glieseonlife]

Great video as always! I’m currently making my own vivarium and have been trying to get inspiration from your designs.

[@SerpaDesign]

Awesome! All you gotta do is look in nature though. 😉

[@meghschildt]

Damn. That moss pun was on point hahaha "I do what I moss.." I love every video you out out. I'm not as good as you on your builds but you inspire me so anything you show or experiment is fine by me

[@dlsgl407]

I'd love to see the rehab of the aquarium - the process will be educational to me. Thanks for the video.

[@SerpaDesign]

Thanks for the input!

[@PLEASANTGIFFT]

Stunning