I know that very few of you get the opportunity (or wish) to see snow on your bromeliads. :-) This photo was taken last week, and though it happened earlier this year than it has in past years, I have had it outside in the snow several times now in its 30 year life!

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I'm usually able to keep it outside until the 3rd or 4th week of November, with an occasional frigid night spent in a more sheltered location.

I started this baby from seed from the Bromeliad society seed fund in 1976. It's growing in a 5 gallon pot. It's about 30" across, and has a stem that is about 18" long. I'm wondering if anyone has had experience in blooming Puya venusta? Mine has experienced temperatures ranging from about 26 to 105 F. It seems immune to the effects of Florel at the strength that is recommended for most bromeliads. It gets fed with fertilizer that I use on my cacti and succulents. Any suggestions as to what might trigger blooming would be most appreciated!