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Marimo Moss Ball Terrarium
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Unit E1, 26 Sir Alfred Owen Way
Joe's Plant Place
Caerphilly CF83 3HU
United Kingdom
Plant Description
Description
Marimo Ball Terrarium, commonly known as a Marimo Moss Ball Terrarium, is a decorative aquatic ecosystem featuring soft green Marimo algae spheres displayed inside glass containers. Minimal, calming, and extremely low maintenance, they’re ideal for desks, shelves, and modern indoor spaces.
PLANT CARE
Everything you need to know to keep your plant happy and thriving.
LIGHT
Low Light
WATER
Keep fully submerged in clean water. Replace water every 1–2 weeks using cool dechlorinated or filtered water. Avoid warm water and direct sunlight.
SOIL
No soil required. Marimo balls live entirely in water.
REPOT
Not required. Simply refresh water regularly and clean the glass when needed.
HUMIDITY
High
DIFFICULTY
Beginner
PET FRIENDLY
Yes
JOE'S TOP TIP
Gently roll the Marimo balls between your hands during water changes to help them maintain their round shape.
COMMON MISTAKE
Most people damage Marimo terrariums by placing them in direct sunlight, which encourages algae growth and overheating.
WHEN TO COME BACK TO US
Bring it back (or a photo) in 8–12 weeks if you want: • Water care advice • Help cleaning or resetting the terrarium • A general health check
PLANT FACT
Marimo balls are actually a rare form of algae that naturally roll into spheres from water movement in lakes.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Northern Hemisphere freshwater lakes, especially Japan and Iceland