When three or four years old, these plants produce a drumstick-shaped inflorescence which rises from the center of the rosette. This flower head comprises many spiny, pink bracts through which peep short-lived, pale-blue flowers. Display large plants as specimens, or grow small plants on a dried branch covered with sphagnum moss. Mini-climate
Warm, sunny.
Size
The leaves of these plants reach 2ft long and the flower spikes grow 6in above the leaves. Small plants grown from offsets and mature plants are offered for sale.
Feeding
Feed with half-strength standard liquid fertilizer once a month in spring and summer. Apply feed to the center of the rosette as well as the roots.
Potting
Repot in spring using bromeliad potting mixture but only if the roots have completely filled the existing pot. Once plants are in 6 inch pots, topdress instead. Special points Keep the center of the rosette filled with fresh water.
Warm, sunny.
Size
The leaves of these plants reach 2ft long and the flower spikes grow 6in above the leaves. Small plants grown from offsets and mature plants are offered for sale.
Feeding
Feed with half-strength standard liquid fertilizer once a month in spring and summer. Apply feed to the center of the rosette as well as the roots.
Potting
Repot in spring using bromeliad potting mixture but only if the roots have completely filled the existing pot. Once plants are in 6 inch pots, topdress instead. Special points Keep the center of the rosette filled with fresh water.
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