Tillandsia (Air Plants)

LIGHT

Bright, indirect light
• East or west window preferred
• Filtered sunlight works well
• Avoid harsh afternoon sun

WATER

Air plants absorb water through their leaves.

Weekly Soak (Recommended):

1. Submerge 20–30 minutes
   
   
2. Shake off excess water
   
   
3. Dry upside-down
   
   
4. Fully dry within 4 hours
   
   

Between Soaks:
Light misting if air is very dry

Best Water:
Rainwater, spring water, or filtered water

AIRFLOW

Good circulation is essential.
Never allow water to sit in the base.

TEMPERATURE

50–90°F (10–32°C)
Protect from frost and heating/AC vents

FERTILIZER

Bromeliad or air plant fertilizer
¼ strength, once monthly (spring/summer)

COMMON PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS

Shriveling / Curling Leaves
→ Needs more water

Brown Tips
→ Too much sun or hard water

Soft or Mushy Base
→ Overwatering / poor drying

Plant Dying After Bloom
→ Natural cycle; look for pups

No Pups After Flowering
→ Some species produce fewer offsets

FLOWERING

Air plants bloom once in their lifetime.
After blooming, they produce pups (baby plants).
Remove pups when ⅓–½ the size of the parent.

Light. Water. Airflow. Balance.