How To Grow Air Plants

Tillandsia

Airplants, or Tillandsia are epiphytic, meaning they live by absorbing water and nutrients from their leaves rather than soil. In the wild, they grow on trees using small roots to anchor them selves. At home, use your position them creatively.

LIGHT

Bright, indirect light is recommended, but not direct sunlight as that may scorch the leaves. They can also thrive under fluorescent lights.

WATER

Mist or spray plants with tepid water twice a week until they are thoroughly wet. You can also soak them carefully, but be aware that standing water can cause rot. Moderate to high humidity is preferred.

SOIL

No soil is needed. Simply attach them to a variety of surfaces.
 

CARE

Feed once a month with an air plant foliage feed. If leaf tips turn brown, it may indicate dry air. Flowers may also fail to form if it is too dark. Good air circulation helps leaves dry after watering. Airplants will bloom, but only when mature. This may take up to 3 years . They have a short life span and will decline after flowering. Detach pups or offsets from the mother plant for new plants.