Houseplants – Spider Plant

Botanical name: chlorophytum capense

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: about 1 ft in height and 2 ft in width

Bloom time: spring, summer

Hardy zone: zones 9-10

Flower color: white/cream

Foliage color: green/yellow/white

Growth rate: reaches full maturity in first growing season

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: shade garden, companion plant, patios and porches

Light needs: 3-6 hours of sun per day

Special features: health benefits

Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between waterings

Fertilizing instructions : use 10-10-10 after planting and repeat once a month throughout the growing season

Best time to plant: year-round

Best type of soil: organic potting soil

Companion plants: jade plant, peace lily, ferns

Toxicity level: potentially mildly toxic if ingested

Invasive species: no