Overview
Guzmania 'Durajen' is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Guzmania, part of the Bromeliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Guzmania 'Durajen' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1A. Suggested uses include houseplants.
About
Guzmania 'Durajen' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar of the Guzmania genus, known for its rosette of thick, strap-like leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. It is suited to conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant in the UK, where it is hardy to H1A. During spring and summer, it produces spikes of tubular flowers, typically accompanied by prominent bracts. Propagation is by seed sown at 27°C or by division, with offsets forming after flowering.
About the genus
Guzmania is a genus of over 120 species of flowering plants in the botanical family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Tillandsioideae. They are mainly stemless, evergreen, epiphytic perennials native to Brazil, southern Mexico, Central America, and northern and western South America. They are found at altitudes of up to 3,500 m (11,483 ft) in the Andean rainforests.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Guzmania
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1A
Plant details
Guzmania 'Durajen' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Guzmania 'Durajen'
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed sown at 27°C (81°F), or by division. Seedlings may take years to flower. Guzmania are monocarpic and will die down after flowering, but usually go on to produce offsets that can be removed and grown separately
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Guzmania 'Durajen'?
Guzmania 'Durajen' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Guzmania 'Durajen' need?
Guzmania 'Durajen' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Guzmania 'Durajen' hardy in the UK?
Guzmania 'Durajen' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Guzmania 'Durajen'?
Propagate by seed sown at 27°C (81°F), or by division. Seedlings may take years to flower. Guzmania are monocarpic and will die down after flowering, but usually go on to produce offsets that can be removed and grown separately.