Aechmea ‘Blue Rain’

Aechmea ‘Blue Rain’Native to Brazillian rainforests and from the extensive Bromeliad family, this stunning plant has a rosette of broad shimmering leaves and bears a large pink and blue bract. Pups will grow around the edge of the mother plant, these can be severed and potted on. Very easy to care for and should be kept above 16C. Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Allow the top half of the soil to dry out between watering and mist often. Pot Size: 12cm Height: 55cm

Constructed from robust tempered steel

Renowned for their shade tolerance and drought-resistant nature

They are herbaceous perennial vines growing to around four meters in height

this retro Rubber Plant is making a comeback

Named after Thomas Hoy who was gardener to the Duke of Northumberland

Water and then allow the top inch of soil to dry out before repeating (top two inches in winter)

Approximate Height: 45 cm

An extremely sturdy and resilient plant

healthy houseplants without ever having to visit a garden centre again

the Persian Shield has long slender leaves which are very slightly serrated

cut the flowering stalk back to just above the second node (joint) visible beneath the spent flowers

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