I've always been fascinated by tiny things and plants are no exception. The recent revival of interest in miniature gardens and terrariums have led to the highly popular concept of fairy gardening. I invite you to join me on my tiny gardening endeavors and I'll share with you my successes and hopefully, not too many failures.
Along the way, I'll also share some of my favorite tiny green gardening decorations, accessories and plants; many of which can be found online.
Tim and Gerty, my little frog and worm mascots, say hello. They will be along for the ride and are excited about being a part of this site and can't wait to meet the fairies who will be visiting our tiny green gardens.
Filed under: 100 Pennies Store Garden Kits
Hoping to infect your little ones with the gardening bug? Or maybe you’re trying to teach botany at home this year? Have you considered one of the terrarium kits for kids? They range from simple little plastic domes to table-top sized enclosures on up to more adult-like glass versions. Our family no longer has little […]
Filed under: Random Ideas
Today’s post a free smile from a fun bit of street grafiti – a tiny rain forest.
Filed under: Miniature Plants Terrariums
All it took was the question, “What is the plant in that picture?” and off I went to find out. It appears to be a frosted fern. While not truly a fern, it is a most interesting plant. Learn about caring for one and where to buy a frosted fern.
Filed under: Ferns Miniature Plants
For me, the ultimate fairy garden is one with ferns and moss. Unfortunately, I am finding they are two of the fussiest things to keep alive, indoors.
Filed under: Ferns Miniature Plants
Do you love ferns? 19th Century Britons were manic about them. Pteridomania ruled and ferns became status symbols and highly collectable.
