Air Plants
We have a great selection of air plants within our Houseplant department (Instore & Online) along with all that's required to create an amazing display!
Happy Houseplants!
Air plants (Tillandsia) they are amazing plants known as tropical epiphytes meaning they attach themselves to almost everything including trees & using their branches without parasitizing them, this also includes making themselves at home on rocks (lithophytes).
Home is also a good place! They will survive in well ventilated areas, the plants are happiest if the temperature does not drop below 12oC (54f) & can tolerate those tropical temps of 30oC (86f) if you keep any eye that its humid. Important no direct sun.
They love a bit of rain water (which we can help with in this part of the world!) Mist 2 to 3 times a week or soak weekly, immerse in water, drain well.
Flowering, most air plants have a life cycle meaning they grow to maturity, flower, set seed & then die, but not before producing small off shoots from the base. Once the parent plant has died this can be pruned leaving the off shoots to grow on.
Displaying, you can use dry wood, seashells or a frame. You can use copper wire or silicone adhesive.
Meet The Team!
Our Houseplant Department in store is a great place to meet our knowledgeable team pick up some advice & always that extra plant you need!
Altons Houseplant Website page - Great selection of plants, pots & accessories.
