Already have a glass vessel and just need the stuff to fill it? A terrarium materials kit like PancoDesign's bundles the layers and tools, drainage, charcoal, substrate, moss and the little tools you need, so you're not buying nine things separately to build one terrarium.
What a materials kit saves you
The fiddly part of a first terrarium isn't the planting, it's knowing which layers to buy and in what quantity. A curated kit takes that guesswork away, usually including drainage media activated charcoal substrate, decorative stones and moss and often tools enough to fill a vessel you already own.
How to use it
Layer it up bottom-first: drainage, charcoal, substrate, then plants and top dressing. Our step-by-step guide walks through each layer and how deep to make it.
Where to buy
PancoDesign sell their kits directly (find similar handmade kits on Etsy). For an off-the-shelf option, browse terrarium supply kits on Amazon or see our essential supplies guide.
Frequently asked questions
What's in a terrarium materials kit? Typically drainage media, charcoal, substrate, decorative stones/moss and sometimes tools, everything except the glass vessel.
Do I need charcoal in a terrarium? It's recommended for closed terrariums, it helps keep the sealed environment fresh.
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