Living sculpture, no soil.
Tillandsia grow without soil, which makes them the most sculptural living plant we carry. These displays set them on natural driftwood, cork bark and sea urchin shells. Each one arrives assembled and ready, from single-plant holders to full desktop gardens and hanging terrariums.
Every piece of wood is different, so every display is one of a kind. Gift-wrapped options are included.
What is a Tillandsia, exactly?
A Tillandsia is an air plant. It takes its water and nutrients from the air through its leaves and never needs soil. So you can mount one on driftwood, cork bark or a sea urchin shell, and it lives where you put it.
What kinds of displays are here?
Driftwood gardens: fully assembled, sculptural, no two alike
Cork bark mounts and wall pieces: the vertical option
Hanging terrariums and shell planters: single plants staged simply
Gift sets: wrapped grab bags and DIY terrarium kits
How do I keep an air plant happy?
Give it bright indirect light, and soak it in water every week or two. Then let it dry upside down before it goes back on the mount. Mature plants throw offsets, so a good display renews itself. More care detail is on the care page.
Why do air plant displays make good gifts?
They arrive finished, and they live for years on a soak every week or two. The gift-wrapped grab bags and DIY terrarium kits cover the small occasions. An assembled driftwood garden covers the big ones.
A mounted Tillandsia suits someone with a green thumb and no garden. It is a rare plant gift that still does the giver credit a year later.
Questions about air plants
How do I water an air plant?
Soak it in water every week or two. Then let it dry upside down before it goes back on its mount. Give it bright indirect light, and never put it in soil.
How long do they live?
Years, if you keep to the watering routine above. Mature plants also grow new pups, and those carry the display on.
