Light

Indirect light or moderate shade. This bromeliad typically does not like direct light and will cause a burn. For indoors, use a place with strong sunlight.

Water

Water in the center cup, make sure the cup never dries. Prefers rainwater. If the water becomes stagnant, empty out and refill on a weekly basis. Avoid tap water as it causes mineral buildup.

Temperature

Somewhat more cold hardy, but prefer 55ºF or higher. They can survive to 40ºF. High temperatures will not harm the plant but will effect the color.

Soil

Often cultivated on the ground as a bedding plant, use a very well drained soil. To use as an air plant, climb a tree and fasten using New Zealand or “orchid” moss. Use very little fertilizer for better color.

Humidity

Prefers humidity, if in a drier climate, try misting the bromeliad. Neoregelia’s have the highest tolerance of the bromeliads for humidity.

Repotting

Mature bromeliads should not be repotted. Smaller bromeliads can be potted into small containers until they are established, then moved into 4″ or 6″ pots until they flower. Neoregelia are somewhat lower, broader plants than some of the other bromeliads (like guzmania and aechmea) so are less likely to topple over in their new pots.