Airplants Display & Care

[@SharonGreggsKikiRose]

I love your Tillandsia assortment! One thing that you didn't mention is that, when you hot glue a Tillandsia to a prop is to put the plant on it's side to glue it. The roots need to breathe. Also, when you water your Tillandsia, you need to shake the water out of the center of the plants after you spray them. They should be put in a bowl of water to soak every other week, and sprayed lightly when they look/feel dry. Shaking to water out of your plants after any type of watering will prevent the Tillandsia from rotting. Thanks for sharing your video!

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Great Tips! Thanks for watching and taking the time to share! I'm going to Pin this comment to the top :) Have a great day!

[@podboq2]

I just don't get the 'need to shake the water out of the plant' thing... in nature, they don't all grow sideways, and the ones that do grow upright catch water, and plenty of them are huge... so what's the deal?

[@shinecam1]

Sharon Greggs She stated to place the base on the hot glue. You’re saying place it on its side. How do we know which side the pups will grow from?

[@evelynho3420]

@@shinecam1 I don't like the glue part. Root glued can't breathe I think.

[@nicksantitoro]

@@podboq2 I think I know the answer. Air plants in nature do not receive water directly like when we spray or soak them in captivity. In nature air plants live on the sides of trees, underneath the canopy of the rainforest. They receive their water from the air in the form of high humidity and fine mist. This means that water doesn’t pool up in the base of the leaves like it does when we water them, which can cause the plant to rot out. Haven’t heard this anywhere so it’s just a guess, but I think I’m correct.

[@charlettemackmccoy4325]

You helped me become the smallest gal in the world, when it comes to plants. Mahalo (thanks) from Honolulu Hawaii.

[@veliagarcia5827]

Love your ideas. I started Christmas shopping in June 2020. As of sept 30, 2020, I completed my shopping, but after seeing your video, I plan to purchase a few air plants for Christmas. Thank you so much for your video....

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! That's great to hear that you are interested in giving air plants for Christmas this year. Hope they enjoy the gifts!

[@thefamily2707]

I love your videos! Your a very pleasant person to listen to, thank you.

[@katyakynep]

Great video. Informative and yet very easy to follow.

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video!

[@miahleissa9599]

Thank you so much! I am looking forward to starting my indoor, Air Plant garden, and you have really helped me out here. :)

[@luizshades330]

Thank you

[@charlettemackmccoy4325]

First time watching You.......with such amazement your using " hot glue "..wow!

[@heatherdelacruz2302]

Thank you for the tips. I️ have a few of these and didn’t know about the fertilizer that you could use

[@lilib3875]

Hot glue to a plant?!😟

[@ABPL0522]

Yep. It doesn’t hurt them. The only reason we’re advised to hot glue the base of the plant rather than the leaves is because when the leaves fall off, the plant will be dismounted, not because the glue hurts the plant. Super glue is a whole different story though, and can kill the air plant.

[@eileentierney5506]

I learned a lot and really enjoyed the video - thank you!

[@charlettemackmccoy4325]

Hot glue?

[@mariacharles1384]

Love the air plant I have had a few but they have died I have put water and kept them for decoration but no luck this video has been helpful hope now when I get one it won't die thank you

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video!

[@AnimalsAndReports]

That gorgeous specimen you glued to driftwood is a Tillandsia Capitata 'Peach' 🐼 I have a smaller version

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thanks for watching our video!

[@you_r_my-world2288]

The plants you’re using, is it live? U used hot glue. Wouldn’t it kill the plant? Just wondering. I’m scared to kill mine.

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! All the Tillandsias are live plants and the hot glue will not kill them. The glue cools off very quickly and we only glue at the base of the plant rather than the leaves. If we hot glue the leaves, then when the leaves fall off, the plant will be dismounted. Super glue is a whole different story though, and can kill the air plant.

[@LikaKickedPuppy]

Would you guys suggest the bathroom near a shower even without much sunlight for a location?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! Yes, you can place Tillandsias in a bathroom where it can receive plenty of humidity and moisture. Tillandsias can thrive with indirect light indoors or shade outdoors.

[@jaihind.777]

Parfact 👌

[@chiwong959]

Can I put air plant on top of the used coffee ground?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! Since air plants do not need any soil, you can use a variety of top dressing for decoration. We have not tried using coffee ground before so we cannot tell you for certain if this medium will be beneficial for air plants.

[@chiwong959]

@@CaliforniaCactusCenter Thks for yr reply.

[@ProgressiveDiscussions]

I never had any luck with Bulbosa or Caput Medusa, and Seleriana. The bulbous species. They always turn dark and die, and I do follow the general instructions.

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

The Tillandsia bulbosa species is prone to rotting. While Tillandsias love air and moisture, we recommend watering this particular Tillandsia twice a week by using a spray bottle. Mist the plant about twice a week if kept in a well-ventilated, filtered sunlit area. To prevent over watering, do not submerge in water.

[@Francescadbg]

If it’s mounted on something like the wood, how would you soak it? Remove the glue and just reglue it?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! To water a Tillandsia arrangement that is mounted on driftwood, you can spray the Tillandsias using a spray bottle. Spray the airplants until they are thoroughly moist and allow them to dry before watering again.

[@1ying263]

@@CaliforniaCactusCenter So the glue does not affect air plant growth?Will the roots of the plant stop growing?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

@@1ying263 Thank you for your question. No, the glue does not affect the plant from growing. Tillandsias thrive by absorbing the water and nutrients in the air. We recommend misting or spraying the Tillandsias two to three times a week. We have a Tillandsia arrangement that lasted for years and we use hot glue to secure the base of the plant to a driftwood and the plants are still growing.

[@laurasalvati531]

Can my air plant live in my office? Is indoor lighting sufficient?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video. Yes, you can keep Air plants in an office if they are near a window or under fluorescent home/office lighting. To keep Air plants hydrated, you can spray them at least 2 to 3 times a week and wait for them to dry before watering again.

[@jikipapica9135]

can i put lava rock?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! Yes, you can use lava rock for your terrariums.

[@jikipapica9135]

@@CaliforniaCactusCenter thank you so much, i'll be watching more of your videos on how to take care of air plants. i just started purchasing them online 2 days ago and i really don't have any idea how to take care of them, i guess tips from you will help me getby😁

[@mulle3574]

I got my first airplants yesterday. They came in a bottle glued to the top of the bottles cork. But as I understand they won’t like living inside a closed bottle so I should arrange them differently right???

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! Airplants need sufficient air circulation and humidity to thrive. It is best to provide your airplants with more ventilation as well as moisture to survive.

[@jikipapica9135]

hot glue?😯 is'nt that gonna hurt the plant?😕

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! No, using hot glue will not harm the Tillandsias. The glue cools off very quickly and is used to stabilize the plant onto the surface such as, driftwood. If you do not want to use hot glue, you can use E-6000 glue.

[@FecklessMeander]

Brilliant!

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video!

[@sunnydays5164]

Do these air plants grow?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! Yes, these air plants do grow and thrive with filtered light, plenty of air circulation, and sufficient watering. They grow in places like forests and mountains of South America and northern Mexico.

[@sunnydays5164]

@@CaliforniaCactusCenter Thank you!!

[@debrabaker9351]

the rock you used is an amethyst...

[@mariacalingo5046]

Is yoyr plant will not hurr you glyed it in hot glue

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! No, the hot glue will not hurt the Tillandsias. You can also use another type of glue such as E6000, which is waterproof. A dab of glue on the base of the plant will help secure the airplant to the base such as driftwood.

[@phoniexnightlight6463]

You put some hot glue on the plant wouldn't that hurt the roots?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! No, the hot glue does not hurt the roots of the Tillandsias. Besides hot glue, you can use another type of glue called E6000 glue which is waterproof and non-toxic. If you prefer to use something other than glue, you can try either fishing line or wire for mounting Tillandias.

[@amelitalayug4648]

how can you watering

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thank you for watching our video! Tillandsias thrive when you water at least two to three times a week if kept outdoors. Use a spray bottle and water the entire Tillandsia. Place in filtered light with plenty of good air circulation.

[@amelitalayug4648]

California Cactus Center if you water or spray you need to remove in the vase?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

@@amelitalayug4648 You can remove the Tillandsia from the vase or keep it inside the vase while spraying with water. We suggest using a spray bottle. You do not need to soak the air plant in the water. Hope this advice helps!

[@amelitalayug4648]

California Cactus Center thank you so much.b’cause i have 1.i dont kno how to take care.i put in my room.i cant spray everyday.b’cause i have work 4dys,live in.

[@Jazzyrosie3]

How big can a air plant grow?

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Thanks for watching our video! The size of the air plant depends on the species. Some air plants grow only a few inches while others can get as big as 3 feet long and others will have many offsets or clump together.

[@paulanderson1962]

If you don't have hot glue and if you don't want to get burned use E6000 adhesive.

[@vlatkodr7102]

Hot glue is a very bad idea! Your burn your plant and the roots cannot breathe. And she was handling it so roughly, omg.

[@daniellperez2339]

@Jamey Craig panty hose?

[@Nicholas.Tsagkos]

i love airplants...i have a tilandsia ionantha... ps. Did you say Eleni? That's a Greek name!

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

It probably sounded like "Eleni". But, actually my name is pronounced "Malinee" which, is Thai. Thanks for watching our video!

[@marivelesbataan5232]

Bakit po b my mga puti sa gitna .ano po dapt gawin

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

Salamat sa panonood ng aming video! Maaari mo bang ipaliwanag kung ano ang pumuti sa iyong mga halaman sa hangin? Susubukan naming payuhan na may tamang impormasyon.

[@marivelesbataan5232]

@@CaliforniaCactusCenter may puti puti po sya sa gitnang part .tapos po ang flower nya nalanta ano po b fetilizer na mgnda . Pati po spanish moss prang d na sya green

[@CaliforniaCactusCenter]

@@marivelesbataan5232 Salamat sa iyo para sa karagdagang impormasyon. Upang matulungan ang halaman na umunlad, alisin ang mga tuyong bulaklak at bigyan ang halaman ng maraming sikat ng araw at sirkulasyon ng hangin. Maaari kang magpabunga isang beses sa isang buwan sa isang makatas na pataba mula Marso hanggang Oktubre.

[@GardenOfElla]

Eeek... My hubby placed the airplants outside under direct sun.... Ill take it back inside

[@charlettemackmccoy4325]

Your simple.

[@maliceliddell3541]

You don't glue them, especially the bottom which needs to breathe. They are supposed to just stand over something. Even the first option might go wrong. Also, you should have mentioned that not every species are cared for the same way. Spraying and bathing is different from one plant to another and also depends on the region where you leave.

[@Ichitogy]

The hot glue is killing me ahhh 😭😭😭

[@nensig8243]

she did not just use hot glue🤧🤧

[@sutapabasu938]

Hot glue to fix the plant !!!! Really ? Feeling sorry for them.

[@biyaheisla72edrf11]

i dont like this video, very cruel...it has life! they burn too like you humans... if glue is so hot for you its also the same thing and feelings to the plants

[@cassidyholland4941]

"don't use distilled water. " LOL

[@ejaydy7931]

Give me 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@hihowego4133]

Gotta talk lowder! Can barely hear turned up high.