Greenhouse Diorama Kit

Create an intricate model of a plant-filled greenhouse in miniature with an intricate construction kit. Furnish the model by building a potting bench, racking, tools and adding a wealth of paper plants and other decorations. While the Romans had developed heated systems to grow tender plants it was the Victorians who developed botanical glasshouse-technology to build at an unprecedented scale. Notably, Kew’s Palm House, from c.1844-48, utilised wrought-iron and hand-made glass. Recalling the engineering achievement, construct the model c.20 x 17.5 x 20cm tall with over 100 pre-cut wooden, metal and plastic parts, LED lighting, plus printed paper props to cut-out and affix. All materials included.

Finished model c.20 x 17.5 x 20cm
Pre-cut wooden, metal and plastic parts, LED lighting
Includes glue, tweezers and brush
Includes detailed instructions
May also require: ruler, scissors, craft knife, pliers, pencil, clip, needle and 2.5mm screwdriver; not supplied
Includes 2 x CR2032 batteries
32 x 21 x 5.5cm boxed
Age 14+
Estimated build time: 10+ hours
There may be small variations in detail colours and packaging
Card and paper can be recycled
Cello wrap and plastic bags – widely recycled with soft plastics