How to Grow and Care for a Spider Plant

 

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"Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are one of the most popular houseplants—and for good reason. Known for their forgiving nature, spider plants are low-maintenance, hard-to-kill plants with wispy, ribbon-like leaves. These adaptable growers thrive indoors, where their green or variegated foliage adds interest to any space. Thanks to their ability to tolerate a wide range of light and moisture levels, spider plants are especially well-suited to bright, humid environments. We spoke with gardening experts to learn how to care for these easy-going plants—and even how to grow them from seed."  Comment from Martha Stewart.com

Love spider plants!  They love my part of the world.

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Spider Plant Watering - 2 Articles

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"Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum), which are also referred to as airplane plants, are popular houseplants because they're generally easy to maintain. With its long, creased leaves, this plant makes a gorgeous addition to any space, but you'll need to make sure you're properly caring for your spider plant and giving it the right amount to drink."  Comment from Hunker.com

Spider plant makes a beautiful hanging plant!  They are also so easy to grow and propagate.

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The Right Way To Water A Spider Plant So It Will Thrive from Southern Living

"Despite its name, a spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is an attractive, popular houseplant that’s easy for every type of plant parent. The herbaceous perennial's name likely comes from its long, slender leaves that resemble spiders’ legs and the way its offsets dangle from the main plant like spiders from a web. While they are pretty forgiving of neglectful owners, spider plants thrive with bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. Soggy soil and chemicals in tap water can lead to problems. To keep your plant happy and healthy, here’s the right way to water a spider plant to keep little offsets coming."  Comment from Southern Living

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Spider Plant Care UPDATED

 

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"If you’ve ever grown a spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) before, you probably understand exactly why this is such a classic houseplant. It’s easy to grow, decorative, pet-safe and pretty much propagates itself. What more could a houseplant enthusiast ask for?"  Comment from Garden Betty

Spider plants are beautiful when grown in hanging pots putting out the runners. 

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How to Grow and Care for a Spider Plant from Martha Stewart

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