Jungle in a Jar
This project is easy, fun, and educational! All you need to do is add a little water and put it by a window.
Supplies
1. Pea gravel
2. Soil
3. Large jar (with lid)
4. Small plants
5. A little water
2. Soil
3. Large jar (with lid)
4. Small plants
5. A little water
Getting Started
You will need to gather your materials, with the pea gravel wash it very well.
Using the Gravel
Put up to an inch of gravel in the bottom of the jar.
Soil
Add about 3 inches of soil in the jar. On top of the pea gravel.
Plants
Pick out some plants that don’t grow very tall. Plant them in the jar.
Finishing Touches
Add some water, enough to moisten the soil that’s all. Tighten the lid and you are good to go.