What most people refer to as Air Plants are actually Tillandsia. This is important to know because Air Plants refer to many other species of plants that have different needs such as orchids, mosses, liverworts, some succulents, ferns and algae. Tillandsia are the largest genus of the Bromeliad family with over 600 species!

Tillandsia are Epiphytes meaning they grow on rocks, trees, and other plant life without being parasitic or taking nutrients from the host. They have an underdeveloped root system that is used solely for attaching themselves. Tillandsia are not to be planted in soil. They should only be placed or “planted” on materials that wick away moisture, such as sand, orchid bark or nothing at all!

Tillandsia take all their nutrients in through their leaves using these nifty little things called Trichomes. Trichomes are essentially hairs that grow on the surface of the leaves. Some are denser and easier to see than others while some you can’t see at all unless looking through a magnifying glass. Also, important to note, Tillandsia need water. Because they are commonly known as Air Plants there is a misunderstanding that they do not need any care at all. Most Tillandsia need a dunk or mist one to two times per week. It is also a good idea to make sure they have good air circulation avoiding containers or terrariums with lids.

Their natural habitat is mostly warm regions throughout Mexico, Central and South America. They can be found in rain forests, deserts, swamps and a wide range of elevations from sea level up to 9,000 feet high!

Due to agriculture regulations we are unable to ship to Hawaii or Puerto Ricco.

We ship USPS first class mail, UPS ground and FedEx unless otherwise upgraded to USPS Priority Mail Shipping.

Our shipping times are running normally however USPS is still running VERY slow, sometimes as much as one to two weeks with First Class mail. Our standard shipping is USPS First Class. If you would like to receive your plants sooner than that consider upgrading to Priority Mail which is running mostly on their normal schedule (1-4 days).

Please track your package and bring it inside promptly after delivery. Plants should not be left in the heat or cold at the door or in a mailbox. Once delivered open your package and begin the watering schedule. When plants are shipped they may take a day or two of watering and air to restore their natural beauty. Our customers satisfaction in our plants and product is highly important to us, if you have any issues with your order please contact us within 3 days to discuss and troubleshoot the issue.

For cold weather shipping consider adding a heat pack to your order, especially if temperatures in your area will fall well below 40 degrees. Most orders will arrive healthy because they are protected in shipping facilities and trucks. However, this is a personal choice and we cannot replace plants that are damaged by the cold or freezing. Adding a heat pack will also automatically upgrade your shipping to Priority Mail. Win Win!

Our greenhouse, where we grow and care for our plants, is located right here on the same property as our home. Our plants have constant oversight and care, this makes all the difference in the health and beauty of our plants. Our plants are fertilized regularly, spaced appropriately and given the exact amount of light they need to flourish as they grow. We painstakingly cherry pick the plants for your order. There are many plants that don't make the cut for the level of quality and beauty we expect for selling in our shop. The plants that don't make the cut don't make it into any box we ship for The Artizan Way!