I bought one of these at Lowes a few weeks ago, but the leaves are looking a bit brown at the edges and there is some blue-ish mold. I think I am watering it incorrectly, which I will cease.
First question:
I bought it in bloom and there is a pup. The flower hasn't started to die yet, however. The pup looks good except the little brown on the leaves. Should I switch from traditional watering to misting the leaves and flower? And should I pour a little water in the center of the flower? I read it a couple places but want to be sure.
Also, I just watered it traditionally before I read that it seems to prefer misting and putting water in the flower center. Should I wait a few days before misting and putting water in the flower center?
Lastly, when the Mother plant dies (I'm not sure how long that will take to be honest) what should I do? Wait for it to die off and then pinch the dead parts off?
I'm such a newb, I know. Pictures of my bromeliad here.
Top view. Inside the flower in the white center...is that where I should give a little water?
Pup.
Is this potentially another pup growing in the leaf? Also note the browning of the leaves. :(
