Raack 2020 (Article) Aechmea, Guzmania, Tillandsia

Grow Something Uncommon – Part 2

Author(s):— Raack J.

Publication:—Journal of the Bromeliad Society 69(2): 100-109. (2020)

Abstract:—In Part 1 of this series, I wrote about Tillandsia alto-mayoensis and Fernseea bocainensis. In this issue I’ll provide information about obtaining and growing Aechmea entringeri, Tillandsia confertiflora and Guzmania garciaensis. I have seen all three of these plants in their native habitat, and will describe those habitats and indicate how I try to recreate those conditions in my greenhouse through proper potting mixes, lighting, watering and placement. Please note that while I live in Pataskala, Ohio, all of the plants which I will recommend I believe grow in a wide range of environments from hot to cool. Furthermore, I select plants which I believe do not require any extra special needs such as being constantly cool, or constantly wet, or requiring full sun, or full shade. They should be suitable over a very wide range of conditions and care that would be normal to most bromeliad growers.