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How to Grow a Guzmania Bromeliad and Keep It Blooming

If you love weird and wonderful houseplants, a Guzmania bromeliad is right up your alley.

This colorful tropical can flower for months, and once the show’s over, it’s easily divided into new plants that give off all the island vibes.

Here’s how you can care for your Guzmania while it’s blooming and what to do when it’s done.

Light and temperature

Place your bromeliad on a nice and bright windowsill, but not one that receives harsh afternoon light.

As for temperature, these bromeliads are actually quite adaptable. After all, some are found in hot and humid jungle environments, while others grow in cooler cloud forests. In fact, even Guzmanias of the same species may thrive in a wide range of temperatures!

Soil and planting

Like other epiphytes, notably orchids, bromeliads like a nice and airy soil mixture that doesn’t choke their roots. In fact, you can actually use orchid soil for your Guzmania.

Water and humidity

If watering “normally” is your preferred method, you can go ahead and keep the soil lightly moist. No wet feet please, or your plant will soon start rotting! It should theoretically do fine this way.

Fertilizing

You can use a small amount of liquid orchid or bromeliad fertilizer during the summer growing season, preferably around once a month. It’s best to dilute it to around one-third of the amount suggested on the bottle.

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