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Description: Tillandsia crocata ‘Large Form’. As the name suggests this is a larger growing form of the species. This variety will flower in May (Autumn).
Tillandsia crocata is native to Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay. The plant naturally grows on rocks and cliffs, this contributes to it preferring outdoor, airy, and bright conditions. The leaves are heavily covered in trichomes giving it its classic, 'Silver' appearance. The plant's flowers are bright yellow and produce a pungent and most delightful fragrance. Once the plant has flowered it will produce pups from the base and will eventually form a large clump after a few seasons of growing.
Position: They should receive bright, indirect sunlight. Indoors, an east or west facing window area is ideal. Outdoors under partially shaded conditions is fine but in the colder states protection from frost is required, so an undercover or indoors area is more appropriate.
Watering: As a general rule, a plant in a hot position will require watering every 2-3 days. In a dark, humid environment watering once per week can often be adequate. This can be achieved by misting or dunking the plant. If outdoors, a hose can be used. When dunking a plant, leave submerged in a bowl of water for 10-20 minutes before shaking off excess water. Air plants love to dry out completely between each watering and must never have water sitting at their base as this will cause the plant to rot.
Fertilisation: We recommend fertilising your Air Plants once a fortnight in the warmer months and once a month through winter. We sell Air Plant Fertiliser in our "Decor" section and this bottle can be diluted to create 1L of fertiliser.
Each living plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, colour or shape depending on the season. Flowering plants are sent when available.
