Overview
Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' is a tufted conservatory greenhouse in the genus Tillandsia, part of the Bromeliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' is a tufted evergreen cultivar of the Tillandsia genus, which belongs to the Bromeliaceae family. These perennial plants typically remain green year-round and often grow epiphytically, forming rosettes of tough, narrow leaves. 'Blushing Bride' is suited for cultivation as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, thriving in partial shade with a south, east, or west-facing aspect. It requires well-drained, neutral loam soil and a sheltered position, with watering needed during establishment. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H1a and can be propagated by seed or offsets, offering winter interest indoors.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tillandsia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride'
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride'?
Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' need?
Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' hardy in the UK?
Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride' 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 Tillandsia ionantha 'Blushing Bride'?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Tillandsia genus
- Tillandsia aeranthos 'Grisea'
- Tillandsia aeranthos 'Miniata'
- Tillandsia balbisiana
- Tillandsia bandensis
- Tillandsia bartramii
- Tillandsia capitata 'Rubra'
- Tillandsia capitata 'Yellow Star'
- Tillandsia circinnatioides
