sky 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 outside in summer to benefit from rain and additional light and humidity

Remove rosettes that have died after flowering

Propagate from seed (see Air plants) or by removing offsets once they are at least a third the size of the parent

May be affected by aphids and mealybugs

Generally trouble free