How to prune tillandsia bergeri

Any time for dead-growth removal; divide pups when well established. Peel away dead outer leaves by hand or trim brown tips with clean scissors. To separate pups, gently twist and pull them away from the clump once they are at least a few centimetres tall and have their own root nubs.

Rarely — remove dead leaves as noticed; divide pups as desired. Tillandsia bergeri is a clumping air plant that needs minimal pruning. Remove dead outer leaves or browned tips as they occur. It offsets freely and forms attractive clumps — you can separate pups or leave them to grow together. No regular pruning routine is required.

Peel away dead outer leaves by hand or trim brown tips with clean scissors. To separate pups, gently twist and pull them away from the clump once they are at least a few centimetres tall and have their own root nubs.