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From hard-to-find Tillandsia, to bulk and wholesale air plants, to gifts and terrariums, favors, and more – we’re happy to bring you the highest quality plants and exceptional customer service.
Our Mission is to provide our loyal customers with a great selection of competitively priced air plants, terrariums, natural displays, wholesale/bulk finished product, rare plants, and more! We offer a 30 day guarantee on our plants so you can shop in confidence knowing we ship healthy beautiful plants that we stand behind. We offer FAST shipping and orders $60 over ship for FREE! We make buying air plants easy even for beginners with our Air Plant Starter Packs that include a unique collection or air plants in variety of shape, sizes and textures. We even include an 8oz fertilizer bottle to keep your plants looking happy!
Dedication to our customers goes way past our first sale, as we strive to be your source for all things Air Plant! Our extensive Air Plant Care section has articles detailing topics like How to Water an Air Plant and Air Plant Care 101. We also dive into individual tillandsia spotlight articles where we highlight different species and talk about their origins and native habitats. Having trouble with your current air plants? We also have a section where we discuss common air plant questions as well as an article "what is wrong with my air plant?" where we talk about common ailments. But don't worry, every order comes with an air plant care card that helps outline how to care for your new plant babies!
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We get this question a lot, "What is an air plant?" and "What is a Tillandsia?". Often times people assume that they get their name because they are found in trees or on rock cliffs, hanging in the air. Or because they only need air to survive or even better yet because they "clean the air". All of these reasons are somewhat right, and definitely not wrong! In reality, air plants get their name due to the fact they generally found hanging in the air! They are able to pull moisture and nutrients from the air with dense scales on their leaves called "trichomes". While most plant get nutrients and water from their root system, this is where tillandsia really stand out from the norm.
Air plants are a nickname for Tillandsia, which is a genus in the Bromeliad family. There are over 600 different types of tillandsia or "Air Plants", a number that continues to grow as new species are being discovered. Most air plants are epiphytes, using their root system to attach themselves to a host. Interestingly enough, they do not use their roots to pull nutrients from their host rather just to anchor themselves. Some tillandsia air plants are even aerophytes, meaning their root system is very minimal and are used to anchor their base in shifting or loose desert sand/substrate. Some of the more green types of air plants can be potted in a very fast draining mix, although doing so can increase your risk for fungus/root rot due to extra moisture around the base of the plant, so we don't always recommend it unless you are very experienced in caring for that type of tillandsia. The lack of soil need allows air plants to be used in a wide array of design ideas! From terrariums to living walls, air plants are a unique alternative to traditional foliage.
In nature Tillandsia air plants can be found in a wide range of environments, from humid rainforests to dry and arid deserts. The bulk of tillandsia are found in Central America, South America, and Mexico but they are also native to parts of the Southern United States like Florida. Florida actually has several native air plants many which are on the protected list. You will find that the characteristics of each plant are fine tuned for their environments and can be broadly broken up into 3 different categories; Mesic, Xeric, and hydric. To learn more about the differences between these classifications, check out our article Mesic Vs. Xeric Plants which details the differences between these categories.
"How do you care for an air plant?" Our customers ask this one quite a bit, and it's a tough one to answer! The simple answer is that caring for an air plant depends on a lot of factors, with some of the more important ones being what type of tillandsia "air plant" and what type of environment you in? Are you keeping your air plant indoors or outdoors? Matching the right plant for your environment goes a long way in being a successful air plant parent. If you live in an area with a lot of humidity, you may find that the greener more "mesic" type air plants will do well. While on the other hand if you live in a place like Arizona, with dry hot air you will have better luck keeping xeric tillandsia like Xerographica and Duratii. We have found that for most environments and most air plant species, soaking two or three times a week for 20 minutes or so is enough hydration. More importantly is that your plant is able to dry out within a few hours and doesn't sit in moisture for prolonged periods. Want to learn more about caring for your tillandsia air plants? Check out our in depth care info and for detailed info on waterings methods we have a great article about tips for watering your air plant.
The air plants I ordered where to replace others that are not doing so good. Our Wisconsin weather is not kind to any of my house plants. The air plants I had were just fine (No flowers or babies though, they seemed happy) Now it seems they are all drying out and they are to neat to all be composted! They are sprayed with water every other day and fertilized with air plant fertilizer every 3 to four days. How can we thrive and be happy here, together?!?
I had just received it and ended up in the hospital for 11 days. I returned home to find this interesting beauty that bloomed with no help from me! I'm really happy with it, thank you!!
Always the best possible. 5 star for sure.
I am very pleased with the variety and the health of the plants I received. Shipping was very prompt
While on the smaller side, this plant is a statement piece with the red accents. It's perfect on my mantle and fits the size of my small sea urchin. I'm very pleased with it and recommend.
Gave the premium monthly subscription as a gift. The first box arrived in a very timely manner and was an absolute hit. The plants were quite fresh, beautiful, and different. Almost left the ‘bonus’ gift in the box, so be sure to go through all of the paper. Anticipation is building for the next box, so I hope it arrives soon.
As the purchaser of the gift, it was slightly frustrating that I could not find the special gift box that was mentioned in the write-up. I am assuming it was referring to the optional card at checkout. An observation, not a detractor.
If you know someone who likes air plants, this will be a definite hit. I agree with another review, go for the premium box. It’s been a week and the new plants are still being cooed over.
I had an amazing experience with air plant studio! The air plants that were shipped were gorgeous and healthy! I already can’t wait for my next box to arrive!
I was very happy with the selection of air plants that I received. There were even a few I hadn't seen before. They arrived very healthy and looked nice.
I have steadily been becoming obsessed with air plants and was hoping for a subscription for some plants monthly — I got the email from APDS & immediately ordered the premium subscription. I received my order today and OH MY GOODNESS — they are BEAUTIFUL! I was sent a Tectorum & a paleacea cluster, both low maintenance plants & very visually captivating! These are the kind of air plants that blow the minds of people who don’t know anything about air plants, they’re particularly alien looking and awesome - thank you again for an amazing order APDS!!!
I ordered Air Plant Starter Kit - 10 Plants & Fertilizer. I am very satisfied with my air plants. received 10 beautiful healthy plants. Can't wait to add more to my collection.
Thank you they are awesome. Will definitely keep an eye on your site.
Thank you 😊
I have ordered numerous times from Air Plant Design Studio and I am always satisfied with the plants I receive. Every plant is healthy and at a perfect stage in its development. Thank you for selling the best quality plants.
First puchase of a Xerographica and it is a great size for the price I paid. Much less than on other sites for the same price. Thank you!
I ordered a medium size assortment and was pleasantly surprised at how big and lovely the plants are. It was a nice variety of airplanes. I have never been disappointed with my purchases from Air Plant Design
Grab bags are a bit of a risk, but this air plant grab bag is a risk worth taking! I was impressed by the diversity that it included. And they have made excellent gifts.
Best quality plants I've ordered. I will definitely be ordering from here again.
Best quality plants I've ordered. I will definitely be ordering from here again.
Best quality plants I've ordered. I will definitely be ordering from here again.
Best quality plants I've ordered. I will definitely be ordering from here again.
A rather small but healthy plant
Can’t wait for it to grow
Looks nothing like the image on the site which must be of a more mature streptophylla
Beautiful, has opened with nice pink blush
I like this better then the funkianas. It appears hardier for me to care for. Beautiful specimen arrived and more tolerant if watered less
Plants are high quality and received in great condition. Very happy with the final product!
I think i am finally getting some pups. Yes!!
I love this. I am so excited about these air plants.
I got a great selection of healthy plants this time around that were larger than expected! One is blooming.
I just moved into a new apartment and bought three of these to liven up my room a little. The instructions are easy to follow and so far they are easy to take care of!
Plant was delivered fast and in excellent condition. Good Size and healthy.
Received my order within days of ordering and the two air plants were so pretty. Everything about this order was perfect
Delivery was fast and plants arrived in excellent condition. Plants were as shown on website.
The Capita ( red ) plant that arrived never seemed to thrive after arrival. The others were ( are ) doing fine, but the first ( rthe capita ) still seems less well off. I soaked each upon arrival and water every 5 or 6 days,... have several other air plants that are doing well in the light they receive. I haven't given up on this one, but it looks like 50/ 50 to make it.
Absolutely love my plants! Easy ordering and fast shipping.
I've purchased from Air plant design studio and the service it fantastic. Plants arrive on time and arrive in perfect condition. I love the special sale they have and the prices are great for the quality of plants you receive. I've ordered from other companies and the quality was not as good as Air Plants. I've ordered several times and love this company and will order from them again and again.
I am always impressed with how well the plants are packaged. I have never been disappointed with a shipment( and there have been many)
Just like the title says....nothing but the best and it is highly appreciated in your quality AND your service which means SO much to me to get BOTH!
I had to get a couple of them replaced but they are doing great now and are well adjusted. I am very happy with the species and hybrids I recieved! Wonderful and knowledgeable customer service . thanks guys!
