Bromeliads Watering and Care

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Watering Bromeliads

Care and watering of bromeliads. If you are having problems with your indoor bromeliad plants, it is very possible that incorrect watering is the cause. Improper watering is the main cause of death with indoor plants. Usually this is from overwatering but if you are not caring for your plants on a regular schedule, underwatering can also be a problem.

The root system of the bromeliad plant needs air as well as water to remain healthy. When the root system of your plant is constantly saturated the roots will begin to die. Over watering is generally caused by watering your plants too often, not by the amount of water given when you decide it is time for watering your bromeliad plant. Maintaining a healthy root system is vital for lush, vibrant foliage so if you see signs of problems on your foliage, check the roots for problems. Is important to remember that bromeliad plants have a minimal root system.

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Working in the interior landscape industry, I get a lot of questions from customers about their personal house plants. It is nice helping them keep their indoor house plants growing and healthy. That is why I started this website, to help others learn how to care for their indoor plants and flowers. See pictures of three common bromeliads for indoor use so please read on!

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One of the "secrets" of the interior plant industry is that we work on a regular schedule. We visit each account on a certain day and we do not see those plants again until the next scheduled day. Most of the larger indoor landscape companies work on a two-week schedule. This is usually more than adequate for most indoor foliage plants.

Bromeliads can be allowed to dry most of the way before watering. To determine if your bromeliad plant needs water just insert your fingertip into the soil an inch or so. Moist soil will cling to your skin and is usually darker than dry soil. With larger pots you can pull out a little soil and squeeze it into a ball in your hand. If it is moist, it will hold together. Learning the weight of your plants when they are dry and when they are wet can also help in determining if it is time to water.

While over-watering is a big problem, insufficient watering or letting your plant wilt on a regular basis is not good for it. This will most likely cause browning or spotting of the foliage over time so be sure to check them on a regular schedule. Pay attention to visuals signs such as mild wilting, browning tips, etc. and you will soon learn how to gauge when your plants require watering.

The amount and interval of watering for each plant is different and depends on a variety of factors. These include the type of plant, the grow pot size, the light intensity, the time of year, the amount of foliage, the growing medium, the micro environment and the overall health of the plant.

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For instance, a plant set next to an air vent is going to require more frequent watering than one that is not. Plants that have been moved to a new environment often use more water as they acclimate to new conditions. A plant with an abundance of foliage is going to require much more moisture than a very sparse plant. All of these things should be considered as you make the decision on whether to water or not.

The correct way to water any container plant is to water thoroughly when you water. You can immerse the entire pot and root ball into standing water until all the air has been displaced from the soil or you can top-water using a watering can.

When using the top-water method, make sure to water until the water drains out of the grow pot through the drainage holes. Plants should always be in a container with drainage holes at the bottom. Aerating the soil with a soil probe is also very beneficial. Make sure that any excess water is discarded. Your bromeliad plant should then be allowed to dry down as much as possible without causing your plant to wilt.

So you should put your own bromeliad plant, and all of your plants, on a schedule. You can start with once a week and if you find your plants don't need water every week, you can move to every two weeks. It is hard to say exactly how much and how often you will water your plants because this will vary throughout the year and throughout the plant's life.

Remember that many plants are in a stage of no or very slow growth in the winter and should be allowed to become somewhat drier. I have had plants that did not need to be watered at all in the winter months, after a good soaking in the fall. If you pay attention to your plants you will notice that as the daylight changes throughout the year, your plants water use will change accordingly. Please note that some plants use more water temporarily as heating systems are turned on in the colder months. Hope this has been a help in the watering of your bromeliads. More indoor plant and flower pictures, care, and contact information below.

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