You’ll find a list of my favorite tools below and a small selection of air plant accessories and gifts. Whether you’re looking for a great book, accessories, or a gift for a friend or relative, I hope you find some inspiration.
Kind regards, Stephen Little
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Air Plant Fertilizer
A ready-to-use liquid fertilizer for promoting air plant growth. The 16-9-25 formula encourages leaf growth, blooming, and propagation of Tillandsia.
A premium, urea-free liquid fertilizer. The mild NPK ratio sufficiently sustains small and large air plants with the nutrition they require to thrive long-term.
Air Plant Glue
This plant-safe glue is ideal for attaching air plants to wooden objects and ceramics, rocks, metal, fabric, and even glass. Includes a set of precision tips for ease of use.
Best Books
A practical beginner’s guide to growing Tillandsias. This book is an excellent reference guide for new air plant enthusiasts.
This book shows how simple and rewarding it can be to grow, craft, and design with air plants. The stunning photographs showcase many creative ideas.
This is the most comprehensive book about Tillandsias I have ever read. It’s packed with knowledge and written by air plant expert Paul Isley.
Hand Tools
Control the mess with this indoor plant mat. I use this mat when pruning, dividing, and spraying my air plants. Available in several sizes.
2 x 300ml spray bottles - great for misting air plants. The green-colored plastic helps to prevent algae from growing inside the bottles.
This lightweight shear is made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel. They're great for trimming air plants and are available in several colors.
Stands and Holders
These Gold colored air plant holders look amazing and are structured with ease of use and ventilation in mind. Place your air plants inside these cleverly designed geometric holders so your little green buddies do not topple over.
White, ceramic hand shape stands/holders. They're ideal for smaller air plants like the Ionantha varieties. They look great in the home or office.
These stainless steel Tillandsia stands/holders are erosion and rust-resistant. You can even use them upside down for smaller plants.
These black air plant stands are made of stainless steel and are ideal for displaying small air plants. There are 3 sizes in each pack.
Add a touch of fun to your display with these adjustable pose mannequin holders. They're ideal for tabletop or shelf displays and make a great gift.
Made of premium natural pinewood, these rustic air plant holders are ideal for home or office displays. Various packs and sizes are available.
Hanging Holders and Planters
I love these simple yet elegant designs in 3 different shapes and sizes - Olive, Orb, and Teardrop. These are only suitable for small Ionanthas.
Gold or Black geometric display frames. This 4-piece set includes 2 different sizes. Ideal for hanging small Tillandsias.
6 stylish, round, wooden stands with Jute ropes. With a burnt wood finish, these wonderful hangers are rustic, chic, and durable.
2 beautiful macrame wall or ceiling hangers for indoor or porch use. Ideal for larger air plants. Made of 100% cotton.
Frames and Wall Mounts
Multi-functional wooden wall frame/planter/trellis. Great for displaying large and small air plants. Various sets and sizes are available.
This air plant frame can be mounted on a wall or placed on a desk, shelf, or window sill.
These rustic wood frames are ideal for displaying Tillandsias. Hang, wall-mount, or place the frames on a shelf. Fittings included.
Gifts and Presents
Various sizes, 1.4 - 3.7 inches. These decorative shell holders look awesome on any tabletop or shelf, you can even hang them upside down. There's a conch shell option too.
Indoor thermometer and humidity gauge. The built-in sensors detect subtle humidity and temperature changes and update the readings every 10 seconds.
Amaze friends with this levitating and somewhat magical plant holder, it's great fun. The resin base has two options: light or dark color.
Bonsai Wire (for hanging Air Plants)
This black wire is awesome for hanging air plants or making custom stands and holders. Available in 3 widths. 147 feet long.
Kebinfen® wire kit with a handy wire cutter. Sizes; 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm (128 feet total). Anti-corrosion and rust-resistant aluminum.
A 5-size starter set - 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm. Available in black, brown, or green. 147 feet in total. Great for hanging air plants or stands and holders.
Automatic Misters / Humidifiers
Top Fill Home Humidifier. Essential Oil Diffuser, Quiet, Adjustable Mist, 360°Nozzle-Black.
Smart humidifier for large rooms and bedrooms. Suitable for indoor plants. Covers up to 600ft². Easy to fill top. Remote and voice control. Auto mode, and quiet.
4th generation misting system - used by zoos, botanical gardens, institutions, and hobbyists. Creates an extremely fine mist, which is ideal for air plants.
Artificial Lighting
Multi-function LED grow light - 3000k/5000k/660nm full spectrum. 3 lighting modes, 10 dimming levels, and an On/Off timer. Available in 1, 2, or 3 light heads.
Multi-functional 5-head full spectrum plant light with 15-60" adjustable tripod stand, remote control, auto On/Off timer, and 10 dimmable brightness levels.
BESTVA 1000W LED grow light. This full spectrum light is designed with 3000K, 5000K, 460nm, 660nm LEDs, and has vegation and bloom modes.
