Tropicals & Tender Perennials: Need help with culture and blooming, 0 by tervherd

tervherd wrote:
Hello everyone!

I purchased a couple of bromeliads about 6 months ago. Their blooms were well past their prime but they were cheap so I thought I'd give a shot at reblooming. I've heard something in the distant past about putting them in a plastic bag with an apple wedge. Can someone please tell me what to do and timing.....for instance, is now a good time to do this, and how long till it will put up a bloom head?

One more thing.....I read something that said bromeliads have fleshy leaves. The ones on these plants are pretty thin. Nothing that would even come close to "fleshy". I water them only when the potting mix is dry and I make sure all the cups have water in them.

I appreciate any help or advice!
Thanks!
Sharon