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Tillandsia Air Plant Ionantha Guatemala

Tillandsia Air Plant Ionantha Guatemala

Tillandsia ionantha 'Guatemala'

Regular price $7.99 USD
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Your Plant at a Glance
Care Level
Intermediate
Pet Safety
Safe
Light
Medium
Water
High
Size
Small
Growth
Compact

Big personality in a compact package! This petite beauty stays Small (<30cm), making it perfect for desks, shelves, windowsills, or small apartments. Don't let the size fool you, it packs just as much visual interest as larger plants while fitting anywhere. The compact growth habit keeps it tidy and manageable without constant pruning. Perfect for starting your plant collection, gifting to friends, or filling smaller spaces with greenery.

Light Requirements:
STEP 1: Find the Perfect Spot
Best spot: Keep 3-6 feet away from windows or near east side
Alternative: Moderately bright workspace or bathroom

STEP 2: Light Duration
Must receive moderate light 4-6 hours daily
Adapts to grow lights when used 12-14 hours

STEP 3: Rotate Weekly
Turn plant 90 degrees each week for even growth
Watering Guide:
STEP 1: Check the Soil
How to check: Test soil 2 inches below surface - water if completely dry
Pro tip: Regular checking prevents over/under watering

STEP 2: Water Thoroughly
Saturate soil until water exits bottom holes
Discard saucer water after 15 minutes to prevent root rot

STEP 3: Wait and Repeat
Frequency: Every 7-10 days in growing season, every 10-14 days in winter
Use room temperature, filtered water when possible

Brown scorched patches

This is a sign of too much light. Reduce light intensity with curtain or relocation

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Leggy, stretched growth

This is a sign of too little light. Increase light - move closer to bright window

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Yellow leaves, wet soil

This is a sign of overwatering. Reduce watering. Let soil dry between waterings

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Crispy leaf edges

This is a sign of underwatering. Provide deeper, more thorough watering

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