Mini Fairy Garden World (2024)

FAQs

Which two things do most fairy gardens have? ›

“The basic elements of a fairy garden are miniature plants, fairies and their friends [like dogs, cats and ducks] and accessories,” says Bawden-Davis. “Accessories run the gamut, from tiny watering pails to little rakes and hoes to birdbaths, benches, gazebos and gazing globes.

Shiny things—fairies love to look at their reflection, so include shiny things like a mirror or a dish of water in your garden design.

Fairy doors, however, may be harmful to the environment. They often involve driving nails into trees or putting chemical glues on tree barks, which can put some trees under stress and expose them to greater risk of disease.

A fairy garden is a versatile and inclusive hobby. They can be enjoyed by people of all ages who have a love for nature and a sense of wonder. All in all, It is particularly popular among children and adults who enjoy gardening, crafting, and fantasy.

After you've finished gluing your stones, fill the base of your pond with hot glue, this will create the illusion of water. The more glue you add, the deeper your pond will look.

Add rocks to the bottom of the mason jar, followed by a bit of carbon, then the soil. Add any ground coverage and plants you would like, making sure they are stable in the soil. Add your decorations, using glue to anchor them if necessary. Add a bit of water; the amount varies depending on how big your mason jar is.

Many fairy gardens use planters, terra cotta pots, or galvanized buckets as their base, but anything that holds dirt will do. (Preferably it would be something with drainage holes in the bottom, to prevent your plants from getting waterlogged.)

How do you make a fairy garden pathway? ›

For example, if you want to form a natural stone walkway, fill the edged area with sand, and pat it down (I like to use a small piece of wood for this step.) On top of the sand, place stones to cover the area for the pathway, fill in the spaces with the mini path and patio mix, and pat it down again.

Making a fairy garden is simple – you only need a few supplies. The “tricky” part is the fun part – using your imagination to set up and arrange a tiny little world. Depending on how much up-keep you want to put into your creation once you build it, you can use real or fake plants in your fairy garden.

The other essential consideration with a container is drainage. Ideally, there should be a few drainage holes that are standard in most gardening pots. If there are no holes because you have gone with the wheelbarrow option, you will first need to line the bottom with gravel or the broken shards of a terracotta pot.