SPIDER PLANT
The classic easy care houseplant that look great in one of our plant hangers. Spider plants can grow in a wide range of conditions and you'll be delighted when you get your first growth of baby spiderettes. Simply cut them off the mother plant and pot them into houseplant soil to allow them to root.
WATER
Water when the top 5cm to 10cm of soil is dry. They are forgiving if they are neglected for a couple of weeks.
LIGHT
Spider plants are best in a spot of light shade. They will survive in deep shade but they will
grow much slower.
FERTILISING
Feed once a month with standard houseplant fertiliser during Spring and Summer.
SOIL
Standard houseplant soil is fine for a spider plants.
TEMPERATURE
Average household temperatures are suitable for this hardy houseplants.
HUMIDITY
No special humidity considerations are needed for Spider Plants.
TOXICITY
Spider plants are considered non toxic to humans and pets.
General Watering Tips
Place your plant, still in its plastic nursery pot, inside the decorative pot you've chosen. This setup allows the plant to enjoy the drainage and airflow provided by the nursery pot's holes, which are beneficial for root health.
When it’s time to water, you have two options:
1. Top Watering: Take the plant, nursery pot and all, out of the decorative pot and water it over a sink. Allow the water to drain completely before placing it back in the decorative pot to prevent water build up.
2. Bottom Watering: Place the nursery pot in a shallow dish of water and let the plant absorb moisture from the bottom. This method encourages the roots to grow downward and reduces the risk of overwatering.
Both methods help keep your plant healthy by promoting good drainage and root aeration.