Our Drainage Layer collection includes essential materials for building healthy, long-lasting terrariums. From LECA clay pebbles to drainage nets for pots and decorative gravel, these components help manage moisture and support plant health in closed environments.
Browse our full range of terrarium drainage supplies to start your next build with the right foundation.
Leca clay pebbles are a must-have for any plant pro! We have these balls available in the natural brown colour which makes your plant look even better!
Explore Boundless Creativity: Our decorative gravel is a perfect match for diverse plant habitats. Must have for succulent and cactus gardens, as well as carnivorous plant bowls or terrariums.
The gravel can play an important role in your plant care:
Explore Boundless Creativity: Our decorative gravel is a perfect match for diverse plant habitats. Must have for succulent and cactus gardens, as well as carnivorous plant bowls or terrariums.
The gravel can play an important role in your plant care:
A proper drainage layer is essential for maintaining a healthy and balanced environment in any terrarium. It sits at the bottom of the container and helps excess water flow away from the soil, preventing root rot and over-saturation.
Materials like gravel, LECA, or coarse sand are commonly used to create this layer. Without good drainage, stagnant water can build up, leading to mould, bacteria, and unhealthy plant conditions. Including a drainage layer is a simple but vital step in promoting long-term plant health and stability.
Sphagnum moss plays a helpful role in creating an effective drainage layer in terrariums. It’s often placed above coarse materials like gravel or LECA to act as a barrier that prevents soil from seeping into the drainage layer, keeping the layers visually clean and functionally separate.
Because sphagnum moss is highly absorbent, it also helps regulate moisture by holding excess water and releasing it slowly as needed. This added layer of protection can reduce root rot and improve the overall health of your plants.
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