How to plant Tillandsia
This article provides a detailed explanation of how to plant Tillandsia and the cultivation methods of this green plant. Next, the editor will introduce them.
Tillandsia is an ornamental plant that can grow to a height of about 30 centimeters. It not only has thin and long leaves but also produces pleasant flowers that are both beautiful and have a gentle feeling, making it loved by many. However, this plant requires more effort to care for and is difficult to cultivate well. Today, I will introduce how to care for Tillandsia.
I. Temperature
The native habitat of Tillandsia is the tropical forest, so it prefers a warm environment. The most suitable temperature for its growth is between 20 to 30 degrees. It is not very cold-resistant and can easily suffer frostbite when the temperature drops below 10 degrees. Therefore, it must be kept indoors during winter, ensuring that the night temperature does not drop below 10 degrees. It is best to place it in a bright area, while avoiding direct sunlight.
II. Watering and Fertilizing
Tillandsia prefers a slightly moist environment, so when watering, it is important to observe promptly and not let the potting soil become too dry. In summer, water it twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. In winter, keeping the potting soil moist is sufficient.
Fertilize it once a month with liquid compound fertilizer and you can also add some organic fertilizer, but not too much. Note that fertilizing should stop about 20 days before flowering, otherwise, it may affect the blooming. After the flowers bloom, proper thinning can improve the quality of the flowers.
III. Diseases and Pests
When cultivating Tillandsia, high temperature or high humidity weather can easily lead to pest invasion, affecting the healthy growth of the plant. Generally speaking, common diseases include root rot and chlorosis, while common pests include red spiders, oblique-striped caterpillars, and scale insects. Once symptoms of pest damage are found, it is necessary to carry out prevention and treatment measures in a timely manner, such as pruning diseased leaves and spraying pesticides.
IV. Precautions
After planting Tillandsia for one to two years, it needs to be repotted and the soil changed, which is more conducive to its growth. When repotting, the roots can be pruned appropriately to remove decayed roots, which is beneficial for the growth of new roots.
The detailed introduction of how to plant Tillandsia and the cultivation methods provided above, have you understood them?