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    How do you start a terrarium?
    Joy Cho
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    Adding a bottom layer of rocks and soil provides a barrier so the plants aren’t sitting in too much water and there is drainage.
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    Can I use fake plants?
    Christy
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can. If you don't want to have to do upkeep on your terrarium, or you prefer fake plants for any other reason, go ahead and use them!
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    How do I remove and plant a very pointy cactus?
    Christy
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    Try gently wrapping a paper towel or piece of paper around the cactus to move it, then remove the paper when you're finished.
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    Can I use any plant?
    T. Chinsen
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    Any plant can be used in a terrarium. Just keep the variety of plants in the same family, such as all succulents, so that the water and soil requirements are the same.
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