Do bromeliads need sun or shade?

In their natural habitats, bromeliads grow in the full range of light conditions from full sun to partial shade. Many bromeliads are quite tolerant, but the variegated plants will often become solid green if they are given too much shade.

Are bromeliads good house plants?

Bromeliads are excellent indoor plants. They have colorful, long-lasting inflorescence and some have brilliantly colored foliage as well. Although many bromeliads are epiphytic, living on branches and trunks of trees in their native habitat, most can be grown in containers.

Are bromeliads indoor or outdoor plants?

While it’s true that pineapples are fruiting bromeliads, most of the bromeliads we’re familiar with are grown primarily for their colorful foliage. They make terrific houseplants, and they’re great outdoor plants for those who live in mild winter areas, or who can bring them in once the temperatures drop.

Is it possible to revive a bromeliad plant?

Whether or not you can revive your bromeliad depends on where it is in its life cycle . If the plant hasn’t bloomed, adjusting its environment can help bring it back to full health. After it has bloomed, it will slowly begin to fade as part of its normal lifespan. Check the bromeliad’s soil for light, even moistness.

How often to water bromeliad plant?

Mist the epiphytic bromeliads with water from a spray bottle once every one to two days. Use water with a temperature of 68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit . Keep the nozzle 4 to 6 inches away from the plant’s foliage to ensure that the mist droplets cling to the foliage.

When to repot a bromeliad?

Bromeliads have small root systems, and most grow best when kept in small pots. Young plants can be safely potted in 4 inch containers. A young bromeliad can benefit from a repotting if they are outgrowing their container. This is best done in the spring.

What does a bromeliad flower need to survive?

Bromeliads need in-direct sunlight to grow well and produce flowers, with a few exceptions. Bromeliads prefer temperatures from 60F to 85F to survive and grow well. Water bromeliads well and allow the soil to dry before watering again.