Germination of
Guzmania donnellsmithii
Donnell Smith Bromeliad, Smith’s Bromeliad, Donnell Bromeliad, Donnell Urn Plant, Smith’s Urn Plant, Variegated Donnell Bromeliad, Striped Donnell Bromeliad, Donnell Vase Plant, Donnell Stripe Bromeliad, Smith Vase Bromeliad, Donnell Beauty Bromeliad
Sowing Time: Best sown in spring or early summer.
Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for a few hours before sowing.
Sowing Depth: Surface sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they require light to germinate.
Light Requirements: Provide bright, indirect light or filtered sunlight.
Humidity Requirements: High humidity is essential. Cover the seed tray with a plastic dome or maintain high humidity in the growing area.
Temperature: Keep at a consistent temperature of 75-80°F (24-27°C).
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist by misting regularly.
Germination Time: Seeds usually germinate within 2-4 weeks.
Transplanting: Transplant seedlings when they have at least two true leaves and are strong enough to handle.
Some of plants may have very have specific germination requirements that may not be covered in these general instructions.
Many seeds require pre-treatment before sowing which we try to list here when we can, but this information may not be present here. Germination times and germination temperatures are to be a guide only. Many factors can DRASTICALLY affect this.
It's always a good idea to research the specific germination requirements from multiple sources for each plant before attempting to grow them from seed.