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Cultural
information: The Guzmania family of Bromeliads are
available in nearly every shade of the color spectrum ranging from
small compact plants, to large 3 foot or larger specimens. As with
nearly all Bromeliads... Guzmanias are really
easy to grow. These colorful plants are an excellent choice for
the beginning houseplant enthusiast.
Since most Guzmania plants are discarded after they have
finished blooming they can be placed any where in the home or
office except for hot direct sunshine or near heating vents. The
blooms of a Guzmaina can last between 6 to 12 weeks or
more. A Guzmania Bromeliad will only flower once in its
lifetime.
If you intend to keep your Guzmania Bromeliad long term, place
it in very bright indirect light near an east, south or west
facing window.
Guzmania Bromeliads prefer to have their soil moist at all
times. Water your plant by pouring water down the stem of the plant
creating a little water fall that ends at the soil, being
careful not to pour water into upper leaves of the plant where the
bloom is growing from. Or you can just water the top of the soil
until water emerges from the drain holes. Remove excess water from
the drip tray within 24 hours.
Guzmania Bromeliads are difficult to propagate. If your
Guzmania happens to develop pups follow the instructions for
propagating Silver Vase Bromeliads.
Guzmania Bromeliads generally don't seem to attract any
houseplant pests.
Guzmaina's are available in small 4" pots, as well as
6" and 8" containers.
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