Questions tagged bromeliads ask question for questions concerning the mostly epiphytic bromeliaceae family, of which ananas comosus pineapple, tillandsia usneoides spanish moss and house plants are some of the best known. Pictures by noppharat 0 0 orange bromeliads stock photo by art9858 0 1 red bromeliads pictures by ideation90 0 2 bromeliads stock images by ekays 0 18 beautiful bromeliad with the pink flower. Probably the most popular plant of the bromeliaceae family is the pineapple. Online shoppingexoticcollectionspatiostoreplantsgardenblossomsyard. Many bromeliads, including some of the highly epiphytic ones, will adapt readily to containers. In their ideal environment, bromeliads certainly take out the 1st class honors for being one of the most forgiving of garden plants. Bromeliads can grow in soil, trees, pots and can also be easily mounted on bark or cork material to make a. The specialist bromeliad nursery has a collection of over 1500 different neoregelia varieties including over 500 new releases that have not yet been listed for. Bromeliad exotics nursery, specializes in top quality bromeliads select. They are diverse, fascinating, and relatively easy to grow. As a curious plant lover my entire life, i hate to admit i had no idea pineapples grew on the stalk of a relatively small plant see below versus growing on a tree.
The interlocking leaves of tank bromeliads are home to small but genuine aquatic. Bromeliads are one of the best kept secrets in the plant world. Cheery bromeliads are easy and theyre cool portland. Providing your bromeliad has adequate drainage and lighting is the key.
Unlike their epiphytic cousins, terrestrial bromeliads have dug their roots into the earth, developed fierce spines, and formed thick, waterstoring l. Bromeliads for sale at jungle gems, bromeliads for the. For sale, bromeliad nursery bromeliad exotics online store. Sorry but we are unable to ship orchids out of the us due to cites endangered species regulations. Use the potting mixture recommended for terrestrial bromeliads. Feb 23, 2015 facts and information on why the bromeliads make a great gardenhome plant to have. I find their plants are of high quality and their service is excellent i have no hesitation in recommending bromeliads australia to the landscape industry and other suppliers. Neoregelia morroco, live mature bromeliad, potted blue. The specialist bromeliad nursery has a collection of over 1500 different neoregelia varieties including over 500 new releases that have not yet been listed for sale. Posted on january 26, 2012 by rupert foxtonsmythe 0 comments. The flower itself is not showy, staying hidden deep inside the crown. My goal is to introduce you to the wonderful world of bromeliads and try to let you know what you are missing if they are not part of your plant collection. Pieter bessengerbromeliads bromeliads shop online, neoregelia page,brookreflections collections bromeliad exotics online store online shopping.
Differences in water quantity and quality, plant architecture and plant positioning in the environment have all been studied as individual drivers of. There is something for everyone because theres always room for bromeliads. Foliage is green and white striped turning a bright pinkishred near the center for several months. Bernie and marty baxley keep a collection of over 1500 species and hybrids. Included is 2 bedroom cottage on 5 acres free hold unencumbered land with lots of extras contact for details here. When potted, their roots which are normally holdfasts, grow long and fibrous and absorb nutrients as other plant roots do. Affordable and search from millions of royalty free images, photos and vectors. Pieter bessengerbromeliads bromeliads shop online, neoregelia page, brookreflections collections bromeliad exotics online store online shopping. Bromeliads are highly appreciated because of their incredible colours and their ease of growth in pots we offer a fine selection of bromeliads that are never available through garden centres in europe. Bromeliadexotics specializes in quality well grown neoregelia and other select varieties of bromeliads.
I have known jamie and family for over 5 years buying their vast variety of bromeliads. Facts and information on why the bromeliads make a great gardenhome plant to have. Apex plants bromeliads australia the pinnacle of plants. Come visit the nursery, we have way more items than we can ever list over the internet and many items we just can not ship economically. Bravo for bromeliads the most common bromeliad is the ubiquitous fountainshaped house plant with a central stalk of colored leaves. Our initial babylon range will consist of bromeliads, ferns, orchids and epiphytic succulents. Bromeliads are highly appreciated because of their incredible colours and their ease of growth in pots. Bromeliads are one of the most popular and easytocarefor houseplants.
Brookreflections bromeliads and exotics suggests using a liquid fertilizer formulated for orchids as a spray to apply directly to the entire plant. Great tips for growing epiphytes bromeliad plant care. But dont let the species fool you they can be both. Collecting bromeliads and orchids in florida the bromeliad families trpoical plants bromeliads orchids instructions on how to grow bromeliads and other epiphytes great music and lots of photos. Aug 21, 2014 growing bromeliads from pups bromeliads are tropical or semitropical plants that are widely popular container plants. Most do well either planted in the ground or mounted on corkbarkect.
The range is especially collected to conform to a criteria we believe fits a vertical application both practically and aesthetically. But dont despair, because bromeliads continually reproduce new plants called pups on the outer. But dont despair, because bromeliads continually reproduce. Growing bromeliads from pups bromeliads are tropical or semitropical plants that are widely popular container plants. Providing your bromeliad has adequate drainage and lighting is. A jungle display with bromeliads flower factor tutorial. Neoregelia page,brookreflections collections bromeliad exotics online store.
The cryptanthus societys participation at bromeliads in paradise 2014 as with every bsi world bromeliad conference since the founding of our society, which are held every two years, the cryptanthus society will be an important, visible part of the activities. Thousands of new, highquality pictures added every day. Bromeliad exotics specializes in quality well grown neoregelia and other select varieties of bromeliads. Dec 17, 2016 bromeliads are a family of plant that encompass a couple of thousand specie plants, subdivided into 3 subfamilies, and close to 60 genera. Many have stiff, spiny leaves in a rosette that gathers water and nutrients from the atmosphere. Bromeliad growing tips 2 beautiful bromeliads are basically easy to grow providing their basic needs are met. To celebrate their origin, he creates a treelike object to give you that jungle feel. Fill out the contact form below and we will get back to you within 48 hours of receiving. Growing bromeliads in containers house plants guru. Find bromeliad stock images in hd and millions of other royaltyfree stock photos, illustrations and vectors in the shutterstock collection. Top quality bromeliads,neoregelia,all types,s plants,great prices,mail order specialist,select varieties,unusual plants,popular favorites,new. Jungle gems is a backyard nursery run by father and son. We like to focus on neoregelias because of their beauty and ease of care.
They can be used as houseplants, in landscape, and in large terrariums or vivariums. This is a growers choice option, where you receive 10 terrarium suitable bromeliads that are full size. Just like many orchids, they naturally grow on tree branches or above rocks and cliffs. This is our new range of plants to fulfil the living wall market. These bromeliads can tolerate a large range of conditions. The leaves are a soft pinkpurple with splotches of deep purple on both the tops and undersides. A descriptive listing of the various genera and the species most often found in cultivation.
Jul 08, 2016 all across deserts from texas to brazil, xerophytic terrestrial bromeliads gleam in a rainbow of colors, defiantly contrasting the bleak desolation of their environment. An extensive photo archive of bromeliads including aechmea, guzmania, tillandsia air plants, neoregelia, vriesea, and more. These may include selections from several families including neoregelia, cryptanthus, billbergia, vriesea, aechmea, and others. All our plants and accessories are delivered by our patch drivers. Stock image by zilber42 0 0 close up bromeliads flower. Brookreflections neomania bromeliad nursery lies in the heart of 5 acres of subtropical, bush style waterwise. Bromeliad exotics online store bromeliad exotics online. Blushing bromeliad tropical plants and flowers guide.
Bromeliads shop online, neoregelia page,brookreflections collections bromeliad exotics online store online shopping. Interesting and attractive foliage on bromeliad plants give year round interest from this outstanding house plant. All across deserts from texas to brazil, xerophytic terrestrial bromeliads gleam in a rainbow of colors, defiantly contrasting the bleak desolation of their environment. A descriptive listing of the various genera and the species most often found in cultivation victoria padilla on. For most bromeliads, place them in a saucer of gravel with water that comes up close to pot bottom but does not touch the plant roots. Neoregelia carolinae gets the name blushing bromeliad due to the way the leaves in the center of the plant turn bright red as the plant begins to bloom. Does well as a house plant or in a large terrarium or vivarium. Ive even dug up a few that looked dead, and tossed them away, only to find them back and green a few months later. While yang plants may need to be moved into pots one size larger every other spring, a 1520cm 68 inch pot should be the largest size needed. Reproductive site selection in a bromeliad breeding treefrog. Ananas comosus do not require a big pot for they have relatively little root.
Most types, other than those with colored foliage, can be safely given a level teaspoon of. Bromeliads can grow in soil, trees, pots and can also be easily mounted on. Ideally at this stage most bromeliads will also be ready for repotting into a larger pot. Bromeliaceae is a large family of herbaceous plants native to the americas. Neoregelia absolutely fabulous with images bromeliads.