Guzmania Bromeliads add interest, vibrance, colour and a tropical look to your indoor plant scape. From amidst their long, slender leaves a single brilliant flower will bloom. Coming in a range of colours including, yellow, red, orange, maroon and pink there is one to suit all interior decors.
Planting Calendar
Guzmanias are available throughout the year as Indoor plants
Prepare
Position
Indoors Guzmanias require a warm well lit position and should be kept out of direct sunlight.
Soil
When repotting your Guzmania plant into Kings House Plant Mix.
Plant
Guzmanias can also be grown outside in a free draining shaded position.
Care
Watering
Because moisture is collected through their leaves, Guzmanias like their leaves to be misted once or twice a week. Place distilled or filtered water in the central cup of the plant and replace every week with fresh water. Keep the potting mix moist during the spring and the summer months Like all houseplants, you want to water less from late autumn through to the end of winter.
Feeding
Guzmanias do not need a lot of fertiliser. Feed only in Spring and summer once a month with Baby Bio Orchid Fertiliser at half the stated rate.
Spraying
Mealy Bug can be a problem with Guzmanias in hot dry conditions. Spray with Groventive Garden to keep these pests under control.
Pruning
The only pruning should be to remove old dead leaves or the parent plant when it has died off.
General Care
When using sprays, chemicals or fertilisers always read the label and follow the instructions. Apply sprays in the evening to avoid harming beneficial insects.
Beginner Tip
Bromeliad flowers can last 3 to 6 months, but they typically flower just once, then produce new baby plants.
Expert Tip
The parent plant eventually dies after flowering which is just part of their cycle. Pups, or babies, will appear at the base of the mother plant. You can leave the pups attached to the mother, but cut away the flower & foliage after it has died off. Or, you can carefully remove the pups with a sharp, clean knife & pot them up in fresh potting mix or plant them outside.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I water my Guzmania?
Because moisture is collected through their leaves, Guzmanias like their leaves to be misted once or twice a week. Place distilled or filtered water in the central cup of the plant and replace every week with fresh water. Keep the potting mix moist during the spring and the summer months Like all houseplants, you want to water less from late autumn through to the end of winter.
How do I fertilise my Guzmania?
Guzmanias do not need a lot of fertiliser. Feed only in Spring and summer once a month with Baby Bio Orchid Fertiliser at half the stated rate.
How do I propagate Guzmania?
Guzmanias can be propagated by removing the pups (offsets) that grow around the base of the plant. Once the pups are a third the size of the parent plant, gently separate and pot them individually.
Is Guzmania safe for pets?
Guzmanias are non-toxic to pets, making them a safe choice for households with cats or dogs.
Why are the leaves of my Guzmania turning brown?
Brown leaves can be caused by too much direct sunlight, underwatering, or poor air circulation. Adjust light conditions and ensure proper watering practices.