Albert's air plant

Plants need no compost, they are wired or glued to a support. Grow under glass in bright but diffused light with good ventilation. From spring to autumn immerse in rainwater twice a week (more in hot, dry conditions) drain well and allow to dry. Can stand outdoors in summer to benefit from rain and increased light and humidity. See Air plants

Remove rosettes that have died after flowering

Propagate from seed (see Air plants) or by separating offsets once they are at least a third as large as the parent

May be susceptible to aphids and mealybugs

Generally disease-free