Species blushing bromeliad
red-green flowers

blushing bromeliad

Neoregelia carolinae f. tricolor

The blushing bromeliad (Neoregelia carolinae f. tricolor) is a tropical perennial with a distinct three- colored foliage. Its leaves have a base of a brilliant, deep red that transitions to yellow and ends in a vibrant pink hue, resembling a sunset. Neoregelia carolinae f. tricolor thrives in temperatures of 50-70 degrees, medium to low light, and slightly moist soil. It also produces small, white flowers on tall spikes and can grow up to a foot tall. Blushing bromeliad is a beautiful addition to any patio, and is a great choice for those looking for an easy-to-care-for tropical plant.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Offsets,Seed Propagation,Division,Air Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

10 - 11

Flowers:

Violet to lavender Flowers In Summer

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

Fruits In Autumn Ready In Summer

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,purple,pink

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Indoors:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

For optimal growth, blushing bromeliads require regular watering. Generally, these plants need to be watered every 7-10 days. It is best to pour water into the cup or bowl-like structure (also known as the "tank") that forms at the center of the plant's foliage. This can be done using room temperature distilled or rain water. Allow the water to thoroughly drain from the tank, and never leave it sitting for long periods of time. Additionally, the plant will benefit from a weekly misting with a spray bottle filled with room temperature water.

sunlight

The Blushing Bromeliad needs full to partial sun for optimal growth. For this plant species, the ideal sun exposure should be around 4 to 6 hours of bright filtered light daily, either through direct sunlight or indirect sunlight from a nearby window. The sun should be strongest during the morning and then should become more diffuse in the afternoon. If the bromeliad is placed in a spot that gets too much sun, the leaves may look burned and faded, while if the plant doesn’t get enough sunlight, the leaves can remain pale and can eventually rot away.

pruning

For a Blushing Bromeliad, it is recommended to prune the flower petals and thin out the foliage as the blooming season ends. Prune away any yellow, dead, or discolored foliage in order to encourage healthy growth. Pruning should be done about once a month for best results. In addition to regular pruning, the plant should also be repotted into a larger pot every three years. This will ensure that the nutrients in the soil are being replaced and that the roots have ample space to grow.

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Starts Flowering

Neoregelia carolinae f. tricolor typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

Starts Flowering

Neoregelia carolinae f. tricolor typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Neoregelia carolinae f. tricolor is usually in the months of July and August.

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