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Today we are going to take a look at some things that should be avoided when caring for air plants. With proper care, your air plants will be healthy, happy,...

While you might have a love of air plants, have you ever thought about introducing your children to the weird and wild world of air plants too? (Especially right now,...

Similar in shape to the T. tenuifolia, and one of the rarer Tillandsia varieties, the T. neglecta is a plant that any air plant collector will want in their plant...

The Tillandsia ionantha plant is one of the most popular air plants due to its small size, and ease of care. If you would like to learn more about the...

While we normally think of Summer as the peak of the wedding season, there is beauty in having a wedding during the Fall, with its beautiful colors and change in temperature....

  In the colder months, we begin to turn on heaters, bundle up, and enjoy the coziness of the season. But what about your air plants? Do they need extra...

One of our favorite small plants, the Tillandsia scaposa is similar in size and shape to the T. ionantha, and is characterized by bright green leaves that grow in a...

Commonly known as the “Giant Air Plant,” or “Cardinal Air Plant” the Tillandsia fasciculata is a large growing species that can be found in Florida, the West Indies, Mexico, Central,...

Air plants, while very easy to care for, still require some basics, like water, light, and you guessed it, air!    Air circulation is one of the most important aspects...

There are over 600 different species of Tillandsia ( air plants) growing in various regions of the world. Most air plants are found in humid rainforest climates, but some can...

While all air plants are unique, there are some that just have a little extra funky something that make them our favorite air plants to decorate with! Today we are...

Native to northern Peru, the Tillandsia cacticola is a rare species that grows in elevations of 2000 meters above sea level.      Found growing in the wild on rocks...

Being the fascinating species that they are, some varieties of Tillandsia plants readily hybridize with other Tillandsia, making an altogether new species or form of air plant. These hybrids are...

Air plants are some of the easiest plants to care for, yet even the most seasoned air plant growers can run into some issues while caring for these plants. Learn...

While most air plants do well with 15-30 minute soaks once a week, there are some air plants that actually would prefer to be misted or dunked rather than soaked....

Air plants have become very popular over the last few years, and we can see why, they are versatile, don't require soil, and are easy to care for! Today we...

Tillandsia plants are some of the most unique and interesting plants out there! These plants grow in such a wide range of sizes, colors, and textures, and are fun to...

Air plants, while considered the perfect plant for green thumbs and brown thumbs alike, they can actually be a little tricky when it comes to their care. Today on the...

It's the holidays! Our favorite time to give the gift of air plants! Are you looking for a unique gift or idea to give to your friends and family? Look...

We LOVE the holidays around here at Air Plant Design Studio. Even though it's the busiest time of year, it is also a fun time to decorate with air plants....

Fall is here! Crisp air, pumpkins, and changing leaves! ( Well everywhere except here in Florida, it’s still hot!) But we can celebrate in spirit with all of you in...

  Terrariums are one of our favorite ways to display our air plants. Not only are they fun to assemble, but they make a unique statement piece for your home...

Do you want to add a Tillandsia seleriana to your collection? Check out our T. seleriana product page!    Similar in shape to the T. caput medusae and T. ehlersiana,...

  Tillandsia plants are considered epiphytes which means that they use their roots to anchor themselves to tree branches, bushes, and other plants. Doing so allows Tillandsia plants to receive...

    Native to Ecuador and Peru, the Tillandsia latifolia is a large growing caulescent air plant ( a plant that grows along on a stem.) It hails from semi-arid...

  One of the easier Tillandsia species to grow, the T. flexuosa grows naturally from Florida, throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and into northern South America. The T. flexuosa...

You’ve had your air plant for a few months, and despite your loving attention and care, it looks like it’s not even growing! What is going on? How fast do...

The Tillandsia gardneri is native to Trinidad, Tobago, Colombia, Brazil, and Venezuela where it grows as an epiphyte in trees in dry tropical environments.    The T. gardneri is a...

 If you are interested in purchasing a tillandsia rectifolia air plant check out our product listing. Native to Costa Rica and Mexico, the Tillandsia rectifolia is a natural hybrid of...

Found growing on cliffs and rocks in Colombia, South America, the Tillandsia andreana has wispy bright green leaves and a round rosette shape. A rather rare plant, it will grow...

Originating from Mexico, the Tillandsia novakii is a large, impressive specimen of a plant. They have reddish-purple leaves with dark green hues that extend from the base in a rosette...

A small and intriguing species of Tillandsia, the T. butzii has wispy tentacle like leaves that make it look more like something you might find in the ocean, rather than...

 Want to add a funky Tillandsia fuchsii v gracilis to your plant collection? Check out our T. fuchsii v gracilis product page!      The fuchsii v gracilis looks like...

Interested in a Tillandsia diaguitensis? Check out our product page!    A drought tolerant xeric air plant, the Tillandsia diaguitensis is a caulescent plant, which means that it grows along...

So what is a Bromeliad? And why are we talking about Bromeliads on a Tillandsia website? Well, Bromeliads are tropical plants in the family Bromeliaceae of which Tillandsia plants (...

Do you want to add a Tillandsia straminea to your air plant collection? Check out our T. straminea product page!  Native to Peru and Ecuador, the Tillandsia straminea is a...

  Interested in adding one of these fascinating plants to your collection? Take look at the Tillandsia streptophylla product page to purchase!    Nicknamed the Shirley Temple due to its curling...

Intrigued by this curly hybrid air plant? Check out our T. streptophylla hybrid plant product page!    The T. Eric Knobloch is a special hybrid between the Streptophylla x Brachycaulos...

Whether you are a seasoned air plant collector or a beginner, there is going to come a time when one of your precious air plants gets sick, despite your best...

Have you seen those neat balls of air plants hanging in a greenhouse and ever wondered what they were? These are actually air plant clumps that are formed from multiple...

  With its velvety twisting leaves and stunning bright pink blooms, the T. pruinosa ( also known as the fuzzy wuzzy air plant)  is one plant that you will want...

Originally hailing from the Caribbean and down through Argentina,  the Tillandsia tenuifolia, commonly known as the “narrowleaf air plant, ” looks  similar to a tiny spiky evergreen bush. Hence the...

Looking to buy a Vernicosa air plant?  Checkout our Tillandsia vernicosa product page for purchasing options!    The Vernicosa Tillandsia species is commonly found in Bolivia, Argentina, and Paraguay. The name “vernicosa”...

The Tillandsia ionantha vanhyningii is a rare sought-after variety of the popular ionantha variety. Its succulent, thick green leaves grow in a star-like pattern off a long "branch-like" body, which...

  In the past, we have written articles all about air plant blooms and what to do after the bloom. Today we are going to take a look at the...

Interested in adding a Tillandsia houston to your plant collection? Buy one today!        An incredible cross between a T.stricta x T.recurvifolia, the Tillandsia houston is a beautiful plant!...

If you type in “rustic weddings” into Google or Pinterest, you are sure to get quite a few results. The rustic wedding trend has been very popular in the last...

  If you have been reading along with our Air Plant Wedding Series, you have seen that air plants are amazingly versatile when it comes to wedding and event decor!...

Native to South America at altitudes between 800 and 1500 meters above sea level, the Tillandisa pohliana grows on rocks, amongst bushes, and dry wood. You can find the T....

You might be wondering if you can display your air plants outside after they arrive on your doorstep, and the answer is yes! We love to display our air plants outside and...

Did you know that less than 25 years ago xerographica air plants were almost extinct? Very popular in home decor and a must have for avid air plant collectors, the...

    Can you believe its already May? With Mother's Day 2019 fast approaching, the pressure is on to find the perfect gift for your Mom, Grandmother, or Wife. We...

  Earth Day, founded in 1970, is the culmination of years of hard work by Senator Gaylord Nelson, and was inspired by the protests of the 1960’s. Senator Nelson hoped to...

The Tillandsia schiedeana is native to Mexico, Central America, the West Indies, Venezuela, and Colombia. It is considered a saxicolous species which means that it grows amongst rocks and cacti....

Are you looking to buy a brachycaulos air plant? Come check out our T. brachycaulos plants product and order one today! T. brachycaulos abdita in our greenhouse  One of the most...

Do you want to add a T. balbisiana to your air plant collection? Come check out our T. balbisiana plants and purchase one today!  The Tillandsia balbisiana is native to...

Looking to add a Tillandsia capitata to your air plant collection? Purchase one of our T. capitata  peach plants today! Characterized by having velvety soft light green leaves that blush...

Looking to add one of the coveted T. duratii plants to your collection? Check out our T. duratii plants and purchase one today!      One of the most beautiful...

Looking to purchase a T. magnusiana? Check out our T. magunsiana plants and add one to your collection today!    The T. magnusiana is a stemless, soft pincushion like species...

Have you ever wondered how tillandsia (air plants) get pollinated? In the wild they get pollinated by bees, hummingbirds, other insects, and even bats. For the most part though, air...

Did you know that we sell wholesale air plants, terrariums, and air plant displays? Our wholesale customers range from online retailers and clothing boutiques to florists, garden shops, and more!...

Browning leaf tips is very common in air plants, especially varieties that have wispy, delicate leaves like the T. ionantha or T. fuchsii v gracilis. This doesn’t necessarily mean that...

Last in our series on watering your air plants, is misting, a method that you can use  in-between normal soaking or dunking. Read more about the dunk method, and soaking in...

Second in our 'Watering Your Air Plant' series is soaking! This is one of the most common ways that people water their plants. It ensures that your plants get fully...

One of the most important aspects of keeping your plants healthy and happy is to make sure that they receive adequate water. Many people think that because these little guys...

    Trichomes. You know, the little hairs that allow your air plant to absorb nutrients and water from the air. We have a blog post that is all about...

We've already established that air plants are the best wedding plant since they can be used in bouquets, boutonnieres, table decor, etc. They also make great place settings or favors...

While it is no secret that we are partial to air plants, there are actually some pretty great health reasons to bring air plants (or any plants for that matter!)...

So what does lithopyhtic or epiphytic mean? What in the world is an inflorescence? You might be curious about the different botanical terms that we use to describe air plants...

One of the things that we love about air plants is that they are pretty versatile when it comes to decorating. They can easily be attached to wreaths, shells, driftwood,...

Air Plant Bases: What is normal? Some air plant species have naturally brown bases/leaves at the bottom such as the Juncea or Melanocrater Tricolor, but if you see browning at...

Let's talk about Air Plants and Photosynthesis!  We all know that plants use the process of photosynthesis during the day to synthesize food from water and carbon dioxide. But did...

Floral crowns are pretty, but what about air plant floral crowns? They add a unique texture to your hair for your wedding and you can use them in your home decor...

********************************************************************************************************************************************** The table is the focal point for your reception, and air plants add a classy unique touch to any table. From beachside weddings, to more modern or classic affairs,...

  The arbor/arch is where many couples decide to say I do, on their wedding day. Lately we have seen numerous posts with the lovely xerographica air plant adorning these...

  Flowers + cakes = pretty. But  Air plants + cakes = AWESOME! Scrolling through Pinterest the other day, we came across cake after cake with air plants. SO pretty! Air...

Do you have the travel bug and a love for air plants? Some of the best trips are to botanical gardens where you can immerse yourself in nature even if...

Over the years we have worked with many large companies and events providing air plants, centerpieces, vertical displays and so much more!  We love collaborating on unique products that are...

Looking to add a Tillandsia harrisii to your air plant collection? Check out our T. harrisii plants and purchase one today! Native to Guatemala, the Tillandsia harrisii is a beautiful...

Looking to add a Tillandsia funckiana to your air plant collection? Check out our T. funckiana plants and purchase one today! The T. funckiana is a caulescent air plant species...

Air plants, or Tillandsia, are part of the family of plants known as epiphytes, which means that they anchor themselves to another plant but are not parasitic. Ferns,  Tillandsia (and...

Valentine's Day is almost here and you don't want to be stuck running to the grocery store for a last minute bouquet and whatever card is left on the shelves. In...

Ah Valentines Day. A time to support your local Hallmark show those who mean the most to you how much you love them. And while I love flowers and chocolates...

Is it just us or is the summer truly flying by this year? With August just a couple days away, and kids going back to school soon, many families are...