A self-contained garden in a small glass container-imaginative, complete and easy to care for. That's the beauty of a terrarium. Coming to you from Japan, where simplicity in all things is paramount, this book is full of ideas for creating the perfect little garden using repurposed glass containers-a tab flask, a wine glass, a mason jar, or an inexpensive glass box or hanging bulb. In this book you'll learn how to create: Moss and fern terrariums-bushy, soft and verdant, Air plant terrariums-great for hanging in your bedroom or kitchen, Terrariums with succulents-including some that change color with the seasons, Captivating combinations of flowering plants, dry zone plants, mosses, epiphytes and other mixes, Included are tips for selecting your containers and arranging your soils, stones and plants so that your tiny garden stays healthy and beautiful in its glass home for many years to come.