Their roots thrive in a moist, but not too soggy environment. Use a potting mix that drains well but still provides adequate support for the root system. Bromeliads grow best in bright, indirect light. Soft drooping leaves with faded color signals too little light. Yellowed or bleached out leaves usually indicate too much light.
Direct sunlight burns foliage.
Outdoors in warm weather, bromeliads make great container plants for shady spots, adding drama and color to those areas. Feed sparingly in summer, using one-third the recommended dosage. Use water-soluble fertilizers, never fish emulsion or other organic fertilizers. Bromeliads do best in 55-85 degrees Fahrenheit. These pups usually emerge from the soil near the edge of the pot.