How Long will my Bromeliad Bloom?
Author: Celeste Booth10 Comments
Blooming, Care and Culture, Frequently Asked Questions, Propagation
As you may already know, most bromeliads flower just once in their life. When the bloom begins to die, the bromeliad is ready to put its energy into producing pups. These pups are the next generation of bromeliad plants and can be harvested from the mother plant when they are around 1/3 of her size.
So how long can you expect your bromeliad to actually bloom for? It will vary, but generally it should be anywhere from 3-6 months. In order to maximize your bloom time, be sure your growing conditions are optimal (it’s getting enough light, is not overwatered, and is in a warm enough environment).
Bromeliad Pups
Once your bromeliad is done blooming and has produced pups, you can remove the pups (as well as the dead bloom) and this will encourage your mother plant to keep producing more pups. Althought the mother plant will die, you now have a new generation of bromeliads that will bloom for you (perhaps a few at a time!).
If you have a bromeliad pups that are ready for harvest, take a look through our Beginner’s Guide to Bromeliad Pups to help you through the process.
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I am trying my first bromeliad plant. Wish me luck!
I’m a first timer also good luck
This is my first time as well! Since I didn’t know too much I accidentally potted it in moist soil instead of orchard which I heard was the best. Due to the fact it just started blooming these beautiful purple and pink buds. Do you know if you would recommend me to change the soil to the orchid one recommended or just leave it in that one? The reason why I am asking is because I heard that repotting a plant can destress it. Thank you!!
I love my BROMELIADS I HAVE TO THE GUZMAIA & AECHMEA AN I JUST LOVE THEM
Bought my first Bromeliad. Was told to water mostly from thru the cups, less thru the soil. The flower finally died. I am afraid the watering process was wrong. Should I continue just watering from the soil and looking for pups? The leaves look healthy.
Living in Florida. Keep the plant inside where it gets defused day light. Please help
Living in Florida. Keep the plant inside where it gets defused day light. Please help.
It’s normal for the flower to eventually die. As long as the rest of the plant looks healthy, you can continue as you have been. See our Beginner’s Guide to Bromeliad Pups for information on how to care for them once they grow big enough.
This is my first time as well! Since I didn’t know too much I accidentally potted it in moist soil instead of orchard which I heard was the best. Due to the fact it just started blooming these beautiful purple and pink buds. Do you know if you would recommend me to change the soil to the orchid one recommended or just leave it in that one? The reason why I am asking is because I heard that repotting a plant can destress it. Thank you!!
It should be fine to wait a year – just pay attention to your watering so you don’t overwater it:)
I’m so so excited! I’ve taken ownership of 11 Bromeliad plants. They’d been left outside for months with little rain and a lot of hot sun. So they aren’t looking too happy right now.
I don’t know much at all about these guys but have always loved and admired their beauty and variety of colors. Finding this site is a Godsend! So much great info to assist me on starting “Bromeliad Journey”!
That’s fantastic! Glad we can be a helpful resource for you as you grow your bromeliads.