Graye’s Greenhouse will host a meeting of the Southeast Michigan

Bromeliad Society on Saturday, April 12 at 2:00 PM. The meeting is

open to the public and will feature two topics. The first topic- A

Pineapple is a What? Bromeliad enthusiast Paul Wingert will offer an

exploration of the unique combination of botanical characteristics that

connect the 3500+ species of the remarkably diverse bromeliad family.

(Mind-boggling fact- The Pineapple and Spanish moss are both

Bromeliads!) A presentation of assorted bromeliads will also highlight

the adaptations that allow them to grow in many diverse habitats. The

second topic- My Bromeliad bloomed. What happens now? This issue

creates great angst for house plant lovers, particularly for those who may

be less familiar with bromeliads! Brooke Monette will lead a workshop

on removing and potting up bromeliad offsets, also referred to as pups.

Everyone will have the opportunity for hands-on experience of removing

and potting pups. Pots, potting media, and a plant to take home are all

included in the workshop. Guests may purchase a workshop fee of $10

at the event.