height | 2–3ft | |
width | 1–2ft | |
tolerates | Heat, Pots | |
water needs |
Moderate | |
water info |
While looking tropical, bromeliads are surprisingly drought tolerant and we think of watering them as other soft leaved succulents such as echeveria. They evolved their unique shape to funnel rainwater into their centers, and then store it there. If you’re in a hot climate simulate this by watering from above. When indoors, you can water in the center of the crown and allow the water to overflow down into the lower ‘tanks’ and then the roots without getting the area around your plant wet. However, if you are in a cool climate it is best to just water the soil, as lingering water in the crown can lead to rot. | |
hardy to |
30F | |
exposure | Part Shade – Full Sun | |
indoor outdoor |
In or Out | |
drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Orchid Bark, Tolerates Sandy Soil | |
fertilizing | Acid 1/2 Strength | |
origin | Hybrid, South America | |
california native |
No | |
sunset zones |
21–24, H2 |