Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
Susceptible to root rots in wet soils
Pests
New growth is susceptible to scale insects
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Puya venusta · Puya venusta
Under glass grow in terrestrial bromeliad compost in full light. Water moderately when in active growth in mid-spring to late summer and apply a low nitrogen fertiliser every 6-8 weeks. In warm, sheltered gardens grow plants outdoors in a sunny spot in sharply draining soil and protect from winter wet
Susceptible to root rots in wet soils
New growth is susceptible to scale insects
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