Terrariums are miniature gardens that can be grown in anything from fish tanks to spice jars. Ben Newell takes kids clearly through every step of creating their own terrarium, from picking a container to creating a landscape to choosing the right plants.

Once children have mastered the basics they can let their imagination run wild. Why not build a prehistoric jungle complete with dinosaurs? Or a delicate fairy garden? Maybe even an alien world? And by learning some of the science behind terrariums, including all about friendly soil creatures and the water cycle, they’ll make sure theirs thrives.

Ben has an audience of over 2 million plant enthusiasts across the world who delight in his curiosity and care for nature as he shares his terrariums on social media. In 2022, he received a RHS Chelsea Gold Medal in recognition of his work.