Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

Sun Needs:

• Bright, indirect light
• Thrives in bright, filtered light
• Tolerates lower light but may grow more slowly
• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves

Bloom Time:

• Spring to summer
• Produces small, white star-shaped flowers on long arching stems
• Flowers are followed by baby plantlets (spiderettes)

Size:

Height: 12 to 18 inches
Width: 12 to 24 inches or more, depending on trailing growth

Attributes:

• Arching, variegated leaves
• Produces baby plantlets that can be propagated easily
• Excellent air purifier
• Fast-growing and low-maintenance
• Non-toxic to pets

Care Tips:

• Use a well-draining, all-purpose potting mix
• Water when the top inch of soil feels dry – avoid letting it sit in water
• Tolerates average humidity but appreciates occasional misting
• Fertilize monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer
• Trim brown leaf tips and remove spent flowers or plantlets as needed
• Repot every 1–2 years or when root-bound

Pest watch:

• Look out for spider mites, aphids, and mealybugs