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Medium sized rosette of olive green leaves which have a burgundy hue and burgundy undersides.
Light blue flowers are tightly clustered and nestled in the crown of the plant.
Neomea Popcorn multiplies readily and will form a large clump in the garden in a relatively short space of time.
| Weight | .250 kg |
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| Dimensions | 15 cm |
Tips for growing your plant successfully:
Light: Neomea Popcorn is best grown in strong filtered light. This plant will also grow well where it receives morning or late afternoon sun, however, full sun at midday should be avoided to prevent scorching or bleaching of the leaves. Light is a very important factor to consider when growing Neomea as this in most cases affects the coloration of the foliage. Generally, plants with tough leathery leaves enjoy a lot of sun, while plants with softer leaves prefer partial or dappled shade.
Soil: Generally Bromeliads which grow terrestrially, require good drainage and like to grow in soil which is airy and fast draining. We recommend the addition of compost or fine bark to the planting area. When growing your plant in containers, it is also important to ensure that you soil is light, airy and free draining. A combination of a good quality potting soil with the addition of either coco peat, pine bark or perlite is recommended.
Watering: Many Bromeliads are surprisingly water wise. When watering, water your plant thoroughly, then allow to dry out before watering again. Always ensure that there is water in your Bromeliad’s tank, cup or reservoir. The frequency of watering will vary according to the season. Remember if you are unsure as to whether to water or not, rather keep the plant on a drier side as overwatering can lead to fungal problems which can kill a plant quickly.
Fertiliser: Use a balanced water soluble fertilizer at half the recommended strength once a month during spring and summer.
Temperature: Neomea Popcorn is best grown in areas where the minimum winter temperatures are above 3 degrees Celsius.
The plant is currently growing in a 15 cm plastic pot and is near flowering size. It will be supplied bare root (without a pot or soil). Although our plants are grown under the same conditions and we carefully handpick your plant to ensure the best quality possible, no two plants are identical. Also the colours of plants can vary according to the season. The plant supplied will be similar to the plant photographed. Photograph of the flowering plant is for reference purposes only.
