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Tillandsia secunda

Plant type

bromeliad

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

Tillandsia secunda plant details

Tillandsia secunda is an evergreen bromeliad with green foliage. purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tillandsia secunda

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tillandsia secunda

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Tillandsia secunda plant

How to Grow Tillandsia secunda

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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