What to Do When Your Guzmania (Bromeliad) Gets Pests? Here Are the Control Methods

After the Guzmania (bromeliad) gets pests, its leaves will turn yellow, wither, and wilt, so at this point you need to promptly use specialized medication to treat it. You also need to manage ventilation well to avoid growing it in an overly enclosed environment, and it needs suitable light and temperature; it is best to keep the temperature between 18-28°C.

How to Deal with Pests on a Guzmania (Bromeliad)

1. Medication Treatment

After the Guzmania (bromeliad) gets pests, its leaves will turn yellow, wither, and wilt, so at this point you need to promptly use specialized medication to treat it. Commonly used pesticides include dimethoate, omethoate, acephate, etc. Dilute the pesticide with water and spray it onto the plant; about 2-3 sprays will completely control the problem.

2. Ventilated Environment

After the Guzmania (bromeliad) gets pests, you also need to manage ventilation well. In an enclosed environment it easily breeds pests and diseases. At this point we need to move the plant to a windowsill, balcony, or similar place, letting it grow in a well-ventilated environment. This can prevent it from continuing to breed pests and diseases and is good for its healthy growth.

2. Suitable Light and Temperature

If the light and temperature conditions are unsuitable, the Guzmania (bromeliad) also easily develops pests. So if you want to avoid pests, you also need to let it grow in a suitable light and temperature environment. It is best to give it about 4 hours of light exposure each day, and normally keep the temperature between 18-28°C, avoiding growing it in an environment that is too hot or too cold.