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I'm thinking I'm really like bromeliads!

19 years ago

I got my first two bromeliads. From what I see on the internet, they must be neoregelia carolinae. (?) I picked them up at Lowes.

1) Would someone please direct me to a good web site that tells me all about the care of them.

2) Will this variety take some morning sun?

3) How do you know when your bromeliads need a drink?

4) How long can they go without water (vacation)?

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bihai
19 years ago
1. fcbs.org
2. yes but not direct burning midday sun
3. its best to try to duplicate rainforest conditions, either mist daily or hit with the hose "rainshower" style daily. Try to keep the water in the cup of the plant fresh. Don't water the soil directly, just let water from the cup "slop over" or you may rot the plant
4. if the cup is full when you leav, should be okay for a week if it isn't immensely hot, best to get someone to plant sit
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