Guzmania hybrid yellow plant hails from Central and South America and is a proud member of the Bromeliad family, sharing its botanical lineage with distinctive plants like air plants, pineapples, and Spanish moss. In its natural habitat, Guzmanias are epiphytes, which means they gracefully cling to other plants.
These extraordinary plants typically fashion rosettes composed of elongated, slender leaves that can display a spectrum of colors, ranging from deep green to captivating variegated patterns. The yellow variety, as its name implies, is renowned for its vibrant yellow bracts, which envelop the subtle flowers, creating a striking contrast with the lush green foliage.
Guzmanias have gained popularity as houseplants due to their easy care requirements and long-lasting blossoms. While they traditionally burst into bloom during spring or summer, the right conditions can lead to year-round flowering. What truly sets Guzmanias apart is their exceptional range of flower colors, making them a preferred choice for those seeking vibrant and colorful additions to their indoor plant collection.
These plants have a compact growth habit, making them ideal for tabletop or indoor displays, with an average height ranging from 12 to 18 inches.
Guzmania hybrids thrive in bright, indirect light, favoring environments with filtered sunlight or partial shade while steering clear of direct, intense sun exposure.
Guzmania hybrids like to be consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water the soil moderately, allowing it to dry slightly between waterings.
These plants love well-draining, peat moss-based soil.
Guzmanias also thrive in warm and humid conditions, flourishing at indoor temperatures between 65 to 80°F but requiring protection from temperatures dipping below 50°F. Maintaining humidity levels above 50% is pivotal, especially in arid climates or spaces with indoor heating.
During the growing season (typically spring and summer), you can nurture your Guzmania with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength, applied approximately once a month. It's advisable to refrain from fertilization during the dormant winter period.
Fortunately, Guzmania plants pose no significant toxicity risks to either humans or pets, making them delightful choices for beginners and households with pets.
2 INCH/ 4 INCH/ 6 INCH ARE THE SIZES OF THE POTS, NOT THE SIZE OF THE PLANTS.
* Minimalist Pot Options: White/ Oatmeal/ Gray colors are randomly picked
* We use 3.5 inch wide clay pots for 4" succulent plant + clay pot option.
Your plant will be carefully wrapped in a sturdy box. Most of the succulents will be shipped bare-root to ensure their safety. If you want to receive the plastic pot & soil, please leave a note in your order. When opening your package, some soil may be loose in the box. Plant orders are shipped within 3-5 days depending on the availability of the plant. We ship our plants Monday through Friday, all twelve months of the year! If you need your order urgently, please message us so we can upgrade your shipping (additional cost applied). We do not ship outside of the continental United States.
We ship all year round, if your area is cold (under 40 degree), please consider purchasing a Heat Pack to add to your order.
Our packaging materials are: - 100% recyclable and biodegradable cardboard boxes. - 100% biodegradable packing peanuts made from natural and non-toxic sources.
Here is our blog about the shipping process and packaging: https://succulentsbox.com/pages/shipping-return-policy
*** The size options are represtentative of pots that the plants come in. Sometimes customer may receive multiple plants instead of a large one to make up size.
*** All of our packages are sterilized before leaving the door.
We only ship out beautiful, healthy plants! Please track your package and open it immediately upon
arrival. If you receive your package and are not satisfied, please message us immediately. Fragile plants such as
bearpaw, baby toe, etc. may break or loose a few of their leaves during transport. Please contact us for
replacements if your plants are severely damaged. We'll try our best to accommodate you.
Plants may be slightly larger or smaller than the pot they are grown in, depending on availability or time of year.
Provide porous soil with adequate drainage, pots with drainage hole are recommended. Bright, filtered
light and ample airflow. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Never let your succulents sit in water. Do
NOT water on the leaves. If you water from beneath by letting the plant sit in a saucer of water, make sure to pour
off any excess water after a few minutes.
The hotter it is outside, the faster your soil will dry out, so you’ll need to water more often if you live in a hot
area. Water with caution in winter, as the plant can lose its roots if the soil stays cold and wet for extended
periods; protect from frost to prevent scarring.
USDA Zone 10-12