Air Plants
At Hen’s Flowers you will find a wide variety of high-quality air plants with immediate availability and promotional prices. Air plants require a few sprays of water once a week and minimal maintenance.
Everyone is already familiar with the relatively new trend in the plant world called air plants, yet few know their real name: Tillandsia. They are called “air plants” because they receive most of their nutrients from the air around them.
What Are Air Plants and How Do You Care for Them?
Whether you are a professional when it comes to caring for air plants or a beginner learning about them for the first time, this is a great place to start.
These plants are low maintenance and are the perfect plant for the home, office, or any other space. They require very little care and are a pleasant green addition that upgrades any space, regardless of the season. You can also find a plant that perfectly matches the amount of light available in your space.
First Step in Caring for Air Plants
When you first receive your air plant or Tillandsia, it is recommended to soak it for 15 minutes and then allow it to dry completely while turned upside down. Gently shake it while upside down to ensure no water is trapped between the leaves.
Once it is completely dry, you can simply place it in its new home.
It is very natural for the smaller lower leaves of the air plant to dry out during the transition or over time. It is also fine to remove them, as long as you are gentle with the plant while doing so.
Watering and Ongoing Care
It is recommended to water air plants according to the weather—spray them more often when it is hot and dry, and less when it is cold, dark, or humid.
Larger varieties enjoy soaking in water for a few minutes, while smaller varieties do very well with thorough misting alone.
In general, the best way to care for them is soaking for 15 minutes once a week. In summer, when conditions are drier, it is recommended to soak them once a week for about 30 minutes.
If possible, allow them to dry completely before returning them to their place, in order to prevent mold.
They should not be planted in soil. They prefer shade with plenty of light, or artificial light, and most importantly, they require good air circulation.
Air Plants Are Good at Giving Signs
Pay attention to the signs your air plant gives you—its leaves will curl inward when they are dry or need water.
The roots of air plants exist only for anchoring, and as they grow, they are not necessary. They can be trimmed with clean, sharp scissors without harming the plant.
If the tips of the air plant’s leaves begin to dry out, it is a sign that they are exposed to too much direct sunlight or that they are slightly dehydrated. You can also trim the dry tips with scissors. Afterward, adjust the care by moving the plant away from direct sunlight or increasing the frequency of watering or misting.
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