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Aechmea Bromeliad Post-Flower Care: Offset Management

Aechmea flower lasted 8 months, now dry; baby plant (offset) present. Expert Will Creed: cut dead flower stem at base inside leaf vase. Mother plant slowly dies over ~1 year; offset grows. Keep both in existing pot; separate later if desired. Care: bright light, couple hours direct sun daily. Don't water vase. Water soil when top inch very dry. Fertilize sparingly half-strength monthly. Do NOT repot. Free bromeliad article via email.

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