There are more than 650 species of Tillandsia, many of which can grow and thrive without soil. Why are Tillandsia so easy to grow? These bromeliads absorb water and nutrients through their leaves. They use their roots mainly to attach themselves to rocks, trees, shrubs, or the ground. Air plants come from South America, Mexico, and Central America and love warm weather. If you want to know how to care for Tillandsia properly, read on.
Caring for Tillandsia properly – a few points to note
Although they are easy to maintain, there are a few rules to follow.
– Constant airflow – as the name suggests – is essential if you want the plant to stay healthy.
– Air plants need some moisture – mist them every day from late spring to mid-autumn. In winter, mist once or twice per week.
– Fertilize monthly during spring and summer with a low-nitrogen liquid fertilizer, or follow the fertilizer instructions carefully.
– Even if they like the warm weather, more Tillandsia should not be exposed to direct sunlight. If the Tillandsia species grows on trees in its natural environment, keep it in a semi-shaded and humid spot. If it is a terrestrial type, such as T. cyanea or T. lindenii, grow it indoors in bright, filtered light or outdoors in partial shade.
– Never keep air plants in a place colder than 7 degrees Celsius because they die at these temperatures.
Caring for Tillandsia – decorative elements indoors
Tillandsia look beautiful on their own or as decorative elements in a terrarium arrangement. Choose different varieties, such as Amethyst 'Tillandsia aeranthos, which is also called the pink air plant. Its pink flower tips create a lovely contrast. A little 'peat in the terrarium can add more moisture. Tillandsia species also pair well with orchids on a branch because they prefer similar conditions. Hanging air plants are a popular design element in modern interiors.
Inserted into a table decoration
In small shells
Suspended from a decorative tree
Place them in a vase
Other varieties with beautiful colors
Green Tillandsia
Arrangements in terrariums
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