Diy ecosystem in a jar with water

In a beautiful example of a closed but functional ecosystem, David Latimer has grown a garden sealed inside of a giant glass bottle that he has only opened once since he started it almost 54 years ago. He placed some compost and a quarter pint of water into a 10-gallon glass carboy and inserted a spiderwort sprout using wires. In 1972, he opened the garden again to add a bit of water. With that one exception, the garden has remained totally sealed – all it needs is plenty of sunlight!

Let's delve into the science behind closed terrariums, and how they work.

Fascinated by these little worlds. An entire ecosystem encapsulated in glass. These systems can last from several months to several years if the conditions are right. Great points of focus for a desk or sill. Educational and artistic. Less space than an aquarium and self-contained at that. You'll need a few things. You can proceed as cost conscious as you like. My only expense was the jar. Here's how... Procure: 1. Glass container with air-tight lid (any size will do, the larger it is the…

Unleash your creativity and add greenery to your living space by following these steps on how to make a terrarium in a jar.

Another swoon worthy terrarium design Beautifully done by Doodle Bird Terrariums this time Image via #pinterest #terrarium #terrariums #minigardens #miniatures #landscaping #landscapedesign #doodlebirdterrariums

Host Andrea Keesee is joined by Melissa Runnion, at Indigo Art Mercantile of Phillipsburg, as she demonstrates glass painting- plus Andrea shows how to creat...

A tabletop biosphere is "a fun demonstration of the ecological cycles." Kids get to see how plants and organisms (biotic components) work together, along with abiotic components in an ecosystem. Visit CDN Makezine for the full tutorial and science behind the project!

How Mason Jar Aquaponics works. Fish waste used as fertlizer by plant. Plant cleans water for fish. Mini ecosystem. #greenplur Herb garden, salad garden, organic garden, betta fish aquarium

Learn about the water cycle in terrariums and why that cycle is so important to the health of your plants.

Don't let the title, DIY 2-Liter Bottle Ecosystem Project scare you. This activity is fun and intriguing for the home or a science project!