Remove the mother plant and pup from their container.
Gently pull the soil away, exposing the area where the mother plant and pup are joined.
The pup may or may not have its own root system. If necessary, pull additional soil away so you have a clear view of the base of both plants.
Most of the time, the pup can be pulled off the mother plant without the use of any tools. If it resists a firm but gentle tug, make the cut near the base of the mother plant.
Before planting the bromeliad pup, let it sit in the shade for at least a day. This allows the area that has been pulled or cut away from the mother plant to callous, preventing soil-borne diseases from entering through the soft tissue. Then you can plant the pup, using one of the recommended mixtures and gently pressing down on the soil around the base of the pup.
Care for the young plant just as you would a mature bromeliad.
