Aechmea 'Bert' (Aechmea orlandiana x fosteriana) Bare Root Cutting
$18.00Price
Introduce an unforgettable piece of bromeliad history to your garden with Aechmea 'Bert', a rare hybrid developed by Mulford Foster in 1945 and named in honor of his son. This handsome bromeliad features a tall, tubular vase shape with mottled, stiff green leaves banded in earthy tones and tipped with black spines. Its long-lasting orange-red bloom spike adds vivid contrast to the architectural foliage.
- Zones 9–11 (can be overwintered indoors in colder zones)
- Full sun to part sun
- Moderate water; water in the central “vase” of the rosette and keep soil lightly moist
- 18–24 inches tall
- Tropical perennial (epiphyte)
- Ideal for: Mounting to trees or driftwood, tropical landscapes, patio pots
- Attracts: Hummingbirds when blooming
- Plants well with: Other bromeliads, orchids, tillandsia, elephant ears
- Pet Safe: No
