A detailed behind-the-scenes series which explains how I built the 10 Gallon Drip Wall Terrarium. Includes lots of tips, tricks, lessons learned, and secret techniques.

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Part 1

I discuss the tank preparation and setup overview.

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Part 2

You’ll learn how I created the foundation which includes “egg crate grid” structure, mopani wood, and expanding foam.

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Part 3

You’ll learn how I coated the walls with Hygrolon fabric, added more foundation and hardscape, and worked on more driplines.

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Part 4

We finally finish the foundation and hygrolon coating, finish the driplines, and do a system test

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Part 5

I’ll teach you how I made a PVC plumbing assembly to drain into a sump, including some great tips and ideas for your next project.

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Part 6

In the final video, we complete the tank by adding rocks, gravel, and plants (including Bucephalandra, the primary plant type used)

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Drip Wall Terrarium Update (and lessons learned!)

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  • Lessons learned / what I’d do different next time
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Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, and whether you want to plant Buce in bins or in a landscaped terrarium, one of the most trusted and established sources I recommend is Buceplant.com. Please consider checking them out!

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Ready to add some Buce to your collection?

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, and whether you want to plant Buce in bins or in a landscaped terrarium, one of the most trusted and established sources I recommend is Buceplant.com. Please consider checking them out!

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♪ Music credits:

A Himitsu / Isolated Mind / https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu

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