Plant watering guide › Houseplants
How often to water an air plant
Tillandsia
Spring–autumn 3 days
Winter 5 days
In a bright room, water your air plant about every 3 days from spring to autumn and every 5 days in winter. Check the leaves first.
By season and light
| Season | Bright spot | Lower light |
|---|---|---|
| Spring to autumn (Apr–Oct) | every 3 days | every 4 days |
| November and March | every 4 days | every 5 days |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | every 5 days | every 6 days |
These are the starting intervals Trellis uses when you add an air plant. Growth slows in winter, so the interval is stretched 1.5× in Dec–Feb and 1.25× in November and March, and 1.3× in lower light (seasons are flipped in the Southern Hemisphere). Room temperature and humidity change things, so adjust to how the leaves look.
Where to put it
Bright room (behind a sheer curtain)
Bright light and good airflow
Seasonal notes
Winter
- Mist less in winter
Tips for your air plant
- No soil — mist it or soak it in water
- After soaking, dry it upside down
- Curling leaves mean it is thirsty
- Airflow matters — avoid closed containers
Trellis
Add your air plant and Trellis reminds you on watering day
- Starts at every 3 days. You can change it any time
- Invite family and see who watered what (free)
- Keep growth photos and share them as cards
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