Tillandsia cyanea 'Anita'

Plants need no compost; they are often grown on wire or bark pieces for support. Grow under glass in bright but diffused light with good ventilation. From spring to autumn, mist daily with rainwater, or immerse in rainwater twice a week, draining well to ensure no water is sitting in the leaves. See the advice page on cultivating air plants for more details

No pruning required

Propagate by seed, sown at 27°C (81°F) in spring, onto bundles of conifer twigs and sphagnum moss. Propagate by division, removing offsets in spring

May be susceptible to aphids when flowering

Generally disease-free