{"product_id":"modelling-soil-200g","title":"Modelling Soil 200g","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eTerrarium Clay Modelling Soil: Handcrafted in Brunei\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild, sculpt, and grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eModelling Soil is a premium, handcrafted clay substrate made for bell jar terrariums, moss walls and planted displays in Borneo’s humid tropical climate. Unlike generic potting mixes, it’s a purpose-built sculpting clay that holds its shape on vertical glass, anchors fine roots firmly, and feeds your plants as they establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA proprietary blend of natural clay and organic nutrients, hand-mixed in small batches and tested in Brunei’s tropical conditions. No synthetic additives and no artificial binders. The organic nutrient blend gives plants slow-release nutrition from day one, so you don’t need a separate adhesive and soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you can make with it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoss wall backing pressed directly onto jar glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculpted mounds, ridges and hills as base terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA planted base layer for tropical plants, small ferns and jewel orchids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWabikusa-style planted balls for display jars and open terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlants that do well in it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreeping figs: Ficus quercifolia (oakleaf creeping fig) and Ficus pumila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMosses and liverworts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall ferns, including Adiantum in high humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFittonia, Selaginella, baby’s tears (Soleirolia), small Peperomia and Pilea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRooted plantlets and cuttings of pothos and philodendron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNot suited to succulents, cacti or other plants that need dry roots and fast drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\" style=\"width: 100.029%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 8.76937%;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" style=\"width: 91.0552%;\"\u003eCovers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"text-align: center; width: 8.76937%;\"\u003e75 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 91.0552%;\"\u003e1 back wall — 11 cm bell jar (thin coat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"text-align: center; width: 8.76937%;\"\u003e150 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 91.0552%;\"\u003e1 back wall — 11 cm bell jar (standard 1 cm coat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"text-align: center; width: 8.76937%;\"\u003e200 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 91.0552%;\"\u003e2 bell jar back walls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"text-align: center; width: 8.76937%;\"\u003e500 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\" style=\"width: 91.0552%;\"\u003e3–4 bell jar back walls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd water gradually and mix to a thick, pliable consistency, like firm peanut butter. It should hold a clean thumbprint without cracking or sliding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress firmly onto the glass or shape it into your terrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet it set for 10-15 minutes, then press in your moss or plant roots and firm the clay around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist to keep it moist while roots establish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant shallow, with the crown just above the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the surface lightly moist, not waterlogged, for the first couple of weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive your build some airflow, because the natural nutrients are happiest in an open or vented setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich one should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor planting and growing, choose Modelling Soil. For sealed jars and closed terrariums where you want the lowest mould risk, choose Modelling Clay. Both are for use above the waterline, not for submerged areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade in Brunei Darussalam. Small batch. Handcrafted.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Aquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41785126518842,"sku":"11909","price":6.0,"currency_code":"BND","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/gardenaquaria.com\/products\/modelling-soil-200g","provider":"Garden Aquaria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}