Cultivation methods and precautions of bromeliad

Bromeliad is an ornamental plant that is relatively easy to grow. It prefers a warm and humid growing environment and has a certain tolerance to semi-shade, but it is not cold-resistant. If it wants to overwinter, it must not be grown outdoors. However, if it is in the southern region with a warm and humid climate, it can grow outdoors almost all year round.

How to cultivate bromeliad

1. Soil

Bromeliad is a plant that has relatively low requirements for soil. It is more suitable for fertile soil, which is more conducive to its growth. At the same time, the air permeability of the soil must be ensured. If conditions permit, garden soil, river sand, humus soil, etc. can be added.

2. Lighting

It is best for bromeliads to grow in a full-sun environment, specifically, to give them about 10 hours of light a day, but be aware that when summer comes, shade measures need to be taken.

3. Moisture

Generally speaking, do not water the potted plants directly. It is best to leave it for three days before watering it in. In addition, Bromeliads are very afraid of waterlogging, so it is best to water them every three days or so, which is beneficial to their growth.

4. Pruning

Although the bromeliad will not grow as densely as some plants, some leaves will wither and turn black. At this time, these leaves must be pruned properly to prevent them from infecting other healthy leaves.

5. Flower Pots

When choosing a flower pot for Bromeliad, the first thing you can do is to choose a slightly deeper pot, which will be conducive to the extension of its root system. Then you can use a beautiful, breathable and water-permeable purple clay pot to grow it.

Precautions for the maintenance of bromeliads

1. Fertilization

You can choose compound organic fertilizer as fertilizer for bromeliads, and apply a little more nitrogen fertilizer, which can promote leaf growth. Pay attention to the principle of applying thin fertilizers frequently. Stop fertilizing when the bromeliads grow to the period before flowering.

2. Temperature

Bromeliad is afraid of cold, so it is best to control its growth temperature above 10 degrees, otherwise it may be frostbitten. When the temperature exceeds 35 degrees in summer, cooling measures must be taken.