Bromeliads are members of the pineapple family, Bromeliaceae, and come from tropical parts of the Americas. Many bromeliads are colourful plants and the colour comes either from the flowers or from floral leaves or bracts. They're long flowering, and many types will produce really vibrant displays indoors or out. There are many varieties available in Australia but let's look at three.
Some bromeliads finish flowering, completely die and need to be propagated from seed. But not these. When the rosette dies there should be pups - two young plants ready for new life - at the bottom. Simply remove the soil to reveal where they grow from the base of the plant, and that's where to make the cut to create a new plant.
The potting mix is important. Use an open mix, such as an orchid potting mix, ready made. It's free draining, so it holds some moisture, but not for too long. They like it moist, but need air around the roots. Don't pack down, then insert the cutting. Remember that these plants have wells which need to be filled with water. The plant needs to be kept moist, in a shady spot and the new plant should be flowering within a year.