Build a Terrarium: Wardian Case

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Create a low-maintenance Wardian case moss terrarium in this virtual class.



1.5 hours Class size 1 to 300 guests   $89 - $109 ($109 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $99/guest for 16+ guests, $89/guest for 32+ guests)

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Hey there! Ready for a fun adventure from home? Join our Terrarium Workshop and make a beautiful mini garden! We'll show you how to create a terrarium that brings nature into any room.
In this hands-on virtual workshop, your group will create a fully enclosed, self-sustaining terrarium inside a custom Wardian-style jar. This isn't just a gardening class—it’s part science lab, part mindfulness practice, and part tiny world-building session.
The Story of the Wardian Case
Your journey is rooted in a fascinating piece of history. In the 19th century, Dr. Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward accidentally discovered that plants could survive in sealed glass containers by recycling their own moisture. This invention, the Wardian Case, revolutionized the world:
Global Impact: It allowed "tea spies" and explorers to transport delicate plants across salt-sprayed oceans—literally moving tea from China to England.
Modern Science: These same principles of closed-loop biology are used today in experiments on the International Space Station (ISS) and in research for future habitats on Mars.
The Custom Jar: You will build inside a modern, airtight jar specifically designed to mimic Dr. Ward’s original engineering, ensuring your ecosystem stays sealed and self-sufficient.
Who It’s For
Corporate Teams & ERGs: A grounding, tactile experience perfect for remote team bonding.
Analytical Minds: Engineers and scientists who enjoy "playing with dirt" through the lens of physics and biology.
The "Black Thumbs": Turn plant-guilt into wonder. Life is more resilient than it looks when you provide the right environment.
DIY & Craft Lovers: Work with unique textures—damp moss, earthy soil, and smooth stones—to create bespoke living art.
Class Plan & Timeline (~90 Minutes)
The Discovery (15 min): Welcome icebreakers and the story of the Wardian Case (tea smuggling, spies, and space travel).
Engineering the Base (15 min): Setting up drainage pebbles and the burlap separation layer inside your custom jar.
Soil Science (25 min): Pre-hydrating a precise soil blend. You’ll learn why activated carbon is the "secret sauce" for filtration and CO 2 production.
Landscaping (20 min): Tactile planting of tropical greens and live moss (a natural air filter) using precision tools.
The Final Seal (15 min): Adding figurines and USB-powered fairy lights for a magical glow, followed by "birthday" naming and care tips.
What Makes This Class Unique
Ecosystem-First Approach: We engineer a functioning machine of life using materials and ratios tested over thousands of builds.
Inclusive & Story-Rich: Led by Nur, a Turkish educator who blends serious expertise with playful storytelling about cats, fruit flies, and history.
Long-Term Success: Nur shares A/B testing secrets that have extended terrarium lifespans from 3 months to over 3 years.
Logistics & Booking
Format: Live virtual workshop via Zoom, Teams, or Google Meet. (It will be sent to you at least 1 day before the event)
Group Size: Ideal for 5–40 participants (larger groups available upon request).
Shipping: Kits are shipped to each participant´s doorstep.
US Lead Time: 7 days.
International Lead Time: 10-14 days.
Requirements: Participants only need access to water and paper towels.
Booking: Provide your date and participant addresses (We will send you a file to add your addresses); we handle the logistics and tracking numbers will be sent to you once the kits are shipped.
Who Is Your Host?
Nur is a Turkish designer and educator based in Hawaii, specializing in self-sustaining terrariums and Wardian-case style ecosystems for the past 6+ years.
Highlights:
Created over 1, 000 terrariums and taught over 20, 000 participants
Obsessively A/B tested soil mixes, jars, and watering methods to extend terrarium lifespans from ~3 months to multiple years
Blends design, engineering, pedagogy, and ecology into accessible, story-rich workshops
Works primarily with corporate teams, product & UX groups, and distributed remote teams looking for hands-on, science-rooted experiences
Nur’s terrarium workshop is less about “being planty” and more about experiencing how life organizes itself in miniature.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 5 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Upcoming dates for Build a Terrarium: Wardian Case

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 3:33pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

57 upcoming dates between 28 Nov 2026 and 25 Dec 2027.

  • Sat, Nov 28 2026, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Sat, Dec 5 2026, 1pm-2:30pm
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What you'll get in your craft kit
  • Terrarium Container (Airtight Wardian Case)*
  • Living Moss
  • Exotic Plant
  • Soil
  • Peat Moss
  • Green Moss
  • Activated carbon
  • Rocks (gravel and pebbles)
  • Terrarium Landscaping Tools
  • Burlap
  • Scissor
  • Wooden stick
  • Cleaner
  • Decorations
  • Fairy Light
  • Water spray bottle
* We produce our containers and kits
Knowledge required
No green thumb needed!
What you'll need
Water and paper towel.
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 7 years old).

An adult must be present whilst kid(s) engage with the box.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

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Recent reviews of Build a Terrarium: Wardian Case

  • 5/5 from Jesse Ruiz, attended Oct 2026: Andrea was awesome! We did the terrarium activity. She was really knowledgeable about the subject, gave fun facts, and shared some silly jokes here and there. Sincerely, it was really great. I went in thinking it may be a little weird or cheesy, but it was really engaging and fun. And it was fun to see how my colleagues did theirs too.
  • 5/5 from Sean Ngo, attended Oct 2026: Amanda did a great job showing the team how to build and maintain the terrarium.
  • 5/5 from Nicole Cost, attended Sep 2026: Such a soothing, educational & engaging experience for our team! Andrea was so kind & thoughtful with her approach; we loved her jokes throughout, too! What a beautiful experience all around. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Sarah Albertini-Bond, attended Jun 2026: We had such a fantastic time building our terrarium. Chiara was a fun and engaging teacher and we'd love to take another class with her!
  • 5/5 from Christine Bertrand, attended Jun 2026: What a great teambuilding experience! The material provided was excellent quality and the instructor was energetic, knowledgeable, and was easy to follow along with. I highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Lisa Emory, attended Jun 2026: Our teacher was very personable, patient and answered all of our questions. It was a lot of fun with all of my workmates.
  • 5/5 from Matty, attended May 2026: Teacher was great and class was really fun and solid team building experience
  • 5/5 from Tate Lickfeldt, attended May 2026: We had an absolutely fantastic time with Chiara building our terrariums! The final product is truly an amazing item and I'm excited to see it grow over time. I've done a few events through ClassBento and this terrarium is honestly the best takeaway item of any that I've done! Thank you Chiara and team!
  • 3/5 from Quyen Nguyen, attended Apr 2026: Similar to the last review, my class was cancelled after the kits were sent out. I was not given an opportunity to reschedule or switch to a different class. The customer service response was that the cost of the class was only for the kit. However ON THE WEBSITE it allows you to buy a box and under it says " Your recipient chooses the date", pick a date or book a group class. This IMPLIES this class is meant to be done with a live session. If ClassBento didn't want to refund all the classes, then say so but don't gaslight me. It was an an excuse. The "partial refund" we were given was $10 which the class is over $100 so that is a bit insulting. I am salty about this experience and there is nothing I can get for $10. I worked my whole weekend schedule to not be away for the weekend to attend this class that didn't happen. I was notified via email without given any alternatives. The whole reason I took this class was because it was a live class. The benefit is being able to ask the instructor questions, otherwise this is no different then me buying other kits from a less pricy place and watching a YouTube video. I was extremely disappointed with the class getting cancelled but I will say the customer service on ClassBento is quick to respond. The kit was already being delivered and the kit is high quality.
  • 5/5 from Laura Mannarino, attended Mar 2026: We celebrated my birthday with this activity before dinner. Everyone enjoyed it and thought the terrariums turned out so cute. Our teacher was fantastic!
  • 5/5 from Katherine Baca, attended Dec 2025: The teacher was lovely and patient (my 9 y/o daughter joined). The materials were incredibly high quality and the packaging was beautiful. The result is also very satisfying!
  • 5/5 from Angela Agresto, attended Dec 2025: Our team of 7 enjoyed our private virtual class on terrarium building! The quality of the wardian case and terrarium supplies was impressive. Also the easy instructions made this a very worthwhile experience.
  • 5/5 from Zoya Zilberman Koch, attended Oct 2025: So so fun! The teacher Chiara was friendly and patient and we ended up with a terrarium I know we will love for years to come. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Yelena Zilberman, attended Oct 2025: Good teacher, lots of knoledge and patience.
  • 5/5 from Beza Woda, attended Jul 2025: Great instructor, interesting activity and really enjoyed the final product terrarium!
  • 5/5 from Lillian Zhou, attended May 2025: This was a very fun activity to do as a team! I was impressed with the supplies that we received: the terrarium looked nice and it came with all the tools we needed for the activity, including long tweezers for reaching into the terrarium, miniature shovels, and even cute decorations and lights. The instructor patiently walked us through all the steps and even gave us some helpful tips and tricks. The final product turned out nice and I'm excited to watch the plant continue to grow in its own little world. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Apoorva Mohite, attended May 2025: This is my second class from this instructor. I couldn't join the class at the scheduled time. It may be a little expensive but the quality of items and packaging was amazing. My terrarium turned out wonderful and it was a great experience!
  • 5/5 from Anam Hasan, attended May 2025: I loved this class and my terrarium
  • 4/5 from Elaine Cai, attended May 2025: The team was very responsive to my questions before the class and the materials included in the kit were beautiful! During the class itself, I thought the teacher could have managed our time a little better (I requested for 1 hr instead of 1.5 hr, which they said they could accomodate). And the screen sharing during the class was a little confusing in terms of which of the teacher's 2 screens we should look at. But this is my first time taking a class via ClassBento, so not sure how they are usually run. Overall, very happy with my finished terrarium. Just need to keep it alive!
  • 5/5 from Gustavo Nascimento, attended Apr 2025: Teacher was amazing. Super knowledgeable. WE had a blast.
  • 5/5 from Cheryl Carnes, attended Mar 2025: My son and I took this class together, a joint birthday present for us both. We had such a great time! We've both been wanting to learn how to make terrariums for quite a while, but it seemed a little overwhelming. This class was the perfect way to get started. Everything we needed was delivered to us and was packaged beautifully. We weren't just told what to do, step by step... we got an education in why we were doing it. So valuable. This class was worth every penny!
  • 5/5 from Charles Mason Shoalmire, attended Feb 2025: Great teacher very passionate, knowledgeable, and personable. Recieved class as a gift which was very simple to redeem.
  • 5/5 from Jillian Duncan, attended Feb 2025: The instructor was very knowledgeable and easy-going. Even though no one else was able to make the class, the instructor carried on and I always felt comfortable. Nice music, chill vibes, and learning how to make better terrariums that LAST. Couldn't be happier with the class.
  • 5/5 from Brooke Towns, attended Jan 2025: This class was so much fun! Nur was engaging and brought so much energy and information. We all left with beautiful terrariums!
  • 5/5 from Roma Ruparel, attended Jan 2025: Nur was an incredible instructor with a vast knowledge of the science of terrariums. The class was well planned and executed, and the craft kits were comprehensive and easy to work with. Thank you for a wonderful class, Nur!
  • 5/5 from Kim Humphrey, attended Dec 2024: fun session Great teambuilding activity. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Kim Humphrey, attended Dec 2024: fun session Great teambuilding activity. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Diem Suong Le Sarkar, attended Dec 2024: A Breath of Fresh Air: Our Terrarium Class Experience Our team recently participated in a terrarium-making class with Nur, and we're excited to share our experience! Overall, it was a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and unleash our creativity. Here's a breakdown of what we loved: The Highlights: Expert Guidance: Nur was knowledgeable and passionate, providing clear instructions and helpful tips throughout the process. He was also incredibly patient, answering all our questions. Quality Materials: We were provided with all the necessary tools and materials. The quality was top-notch, ensuring our terrariums would thrive. Creative Freedom: While guidance was provided, we were encouraged to express our individual styles and create unique terrariums. It was inspiring to see everyone's personalities shine through their creations. Team Bonding: This was more than just a class; it was a chance for us to bond as a team in a fun and relaxed environment.
  • 5/5 from Anonymized ClassBento customer, attended Nov 2024: Nur was so much fun and knowledgeable about terrariums! Love all the attention to detail from the plants to the box and accessories it came with!! Can’t wait to do another class.
  • 5/5 from Kate Pinyan, attended Sep 2024: Great feedback from our corporate clients who enjoyed a break from the normal responsibilities. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Cristin Ford, attended Jun 2024: My remote team at work (6 of us) took the terrarium class together as a morale building event. It was such a nice and relaxing way to spend time together on a Monday. The instructor was so pleasant and knowledgeable, creating a warm ambiance. It was nice to just make something together in a low pressure situation and then have bearish terrariums to keep!
  • 5/5 from Lane Rozema, attended Apr 2024: Nurullah Gokdogan was a fantastic instructor! He was knowledgeable, patient and encouraged questions. I have no artistic ability but after this class have the confidence to create a beautiful terrarium. For those interested in learning something new with the result being a beautiful calming terrarium this class is for you! Thanks Nurullah! Lane R./NYC
  • 5/5 from Rebecca Bruggman, attended Apr 2024: Such a fun and relaxing way to spend a Friday - we all loved the class!
  • 5/5 from Olivia Zhang, attended Mar 2024: Easy and clear instructions on the making video! I enjoyed making the plant myself a lot
  • 5/5 from Jordan Golemo, attended Mar 2024: Class was relaxing, fun, and I even learned about how terrariums work! Nurullah had great energy and enjoyed all of his stories.
  • 5/5 from Jill Hurson, attended Mar 2024: This was my first class with ClassBento and I couldn't be happier! Nurullah was a great facilitator - informed, clear, flexible, and very calming (which was nice for this class specifically). The kit was EXCELLENTLY designed - super thoughtful and easy to set up, go through, and clean up. And the end product felt like way more than the sum of its parts. I bought this class as a gift to my boyfriend's mom for us to do together and she was truly delighted. Would absolutely recommend!
  • 5/5 from Kate Johnson, attended Mar 2024: Super cool kit and the whole team loved the activity. Everything arrived on time and was well packaged, which can be tough for glass and plants!
  • 5/5 from Nellie Stewart, attended Mar 2024: Our Zillow team had a wonderful time building our DIY terrariums! It was a fun, engaging, and relaxing moral event for the group. We all really enjoyed our super smart host, Nur! Thank you for having us :)
  • 5/5 from Joseph Owens, attended Mar 2024: It was a great experience, very calming and relaxing. I also wasn't expecting to learn so much about the science and history of terrariums, which was an added bonus.
  • 5/5 from Jessica Reichow, attended Mar 2024: This was one of the most fun culture-building activities I've attended! I loved getting to create a unique piece of art. The instructor had a super calming presence and gave us a ton of insight throughout the process. The kits were filled with all kinds of goodies that were high-quality to ensure this was a great experience. It was definitely something to remember!
  • 5/5 from Abia Hashmi, attended Jan 2024: This class was so much fun! Nur, was great, and passionate about terrariums! Thanks for everything!
  • 5/5 from Beth Marnix, attended Jan 2024: Our team Celebrated 2023 by building Terrariums! Our team is spread out in different states and the ability to have each individual receive their kit shipped directly to them is invaluable. The kits are beautiful - well packaged and excellent materials. Nur provided a great learning experience. Our team loved the experience and sharing their terrariums with each other.
  • 5/5 from Dawson Stanley, attended Jan 2024: Nurullah was a great instructor. He was engaging and kept the class relaxing, which was nice. He was helpful in answering our questions and leading us through the terrarium build.
  • 5/5 from Kate Morales, attended Jan 2024: I really enjoyed the class. Not only Nur was very good at instructing the steps, but also very knowledgeable about plants, and history. Love the final result of my terrarium!
  • 5/5 from Nancy Samardzic, attended Jan 2024: Nur was a wonderful instructor! He was very knowledgeable and shared lots of great facts and tips. I really enjoyed the class.
  • 5/5 from Shira Lee Katz, attended Jan 2024: Excellent teacher and easy to build terrariums. The Wardian Case was beautifully designed and mine is sitting in my study next to all my favorite items.
  • 5/5 from Christina Layton, attended Jan 2024: Nurullah is an incredible teacher and guide! The family that took the course with him (a gift) absolutely loved the experience with Nur and now have 3 beautiful terrariums! If you are looking for someone who is extremely knowledgeable, kind and charming, a wonderful generous guide and an incredible being you must choose Nur. He is excellent with people from all backgrounds and all ages. I highly recommend Nur and any of the classes that he offers ️
  • 4/5 from Catherine (Lee Rogers) Lee, attended Jan 2024: It had a lot of sharing about personal experiences rather than more instruction.
  • 5/5 from Debbi Nolan, attended Dec 2023: Our family this as a group and included our brother from out of state. It was really fun and our terrariums are so cute. Nurullah was so kind and seemed to be really enjoying what he does as an instructor. The packaging for our kits were so nicely done.
  • 5/5 from Debbi Nolan, attended Dec 2023: Wonderful teacher! Positive and informative. Really enjoyed the experience and came away with a want to do more.
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