flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'

How to Grow and Care for flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'

flaming sword 'Smudge Grub' · Vriesea 'Smudge Grub'

Grow under glass, ideally attached to bark or branches. Alternatively, grow in pots of standard bromeliad potting compost in moderate light. In growth mist daily and apply quarter strength foliar feed every 4-5 weeks. Keep just moist in winter. See Bromeliad cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'

flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow under glass, ideally attached to bark or branches. Alternatively, grow in pots of standard bromeliad potting compost in moderate light. In growth mist daily and apply quarter strength foliar feed every 4-5 weeks. Keep just moist in winter. See Bromeliad cultivation

How to Water flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

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What Soil Is Best for flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Acid
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

Propagate by removing offsets in spring

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How to Transplant flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

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How to Care for flaming sword 'Smudge Grub' in Winter?

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How to Plant flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

Grow under glass, ideally attached to bark or branches. Alternatively, grow in pots of standard bromeliad potting compost in moderate light. In growth mist daily and apply quarter strength foliar feed every 4-5 weeks. Keep just moist in winter. See Bromeliad cultivation

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How to Repot flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

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How to Harvest flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptibe to scale insects

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The Toxicity of flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'

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Attributes of flaming sword 'Smudge Grub'

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Vriesea 'Smudge Grub'
Genus
Vriesea
Family
Bromeliaceae
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