Spider Plant (Chlorophytum)
Spider Plant Care Requirements
The Spider plant is an excellent plant for a beginner because it grows easily and quickly. It is also very tolerant of different growing conditions. It has long, narrow, curving bright green leaves with a creamy center or edges. It produces small white flowers on long stems and finally these flowers become plantlets which can be potted.
Chlorophytum is extremely adaptable to different growing conditions.
Spider Plant Care (Chlorophytum) Requirements
Light
A well lit and a well ventilated area away from direct sunlight is best suited for the spider plant, but it will also tolerate other conditions.
Temperature and Humidity
The spider plant requires average warmth and must not be kept below freezing point in winter. Mist the plant regularly in summer.
Soil
Grow your spider plant in an all-purpose soil mix.
Water
Water your spider plant 2 or 3 times a week during spring and summer, but allow the soil to became almost dry between waterings. Water sparingly in winter.
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Fertilizer
Use a liquid fertilizer once every two weeks in the summer. During the dormant period of winter feed your spider plant once every two months. If you use a commercial soil mix to repot, do not fertilize for a period of two months.
Peats and Diseases
The spider plant is pest free, but will be attacked by aphids if the plant is weak. If the infestation of aphids is severe, treat with Malathion or Rotenone.
Propagation
Pin the plantlets on moistened vermiculite placed in a container near the plant. Vermiculite gives the plant stronger roots. When the roots are formed, cut the stem and repot your new spider plant in an all-purpose soil.
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