Spider plant care tips

Light preference

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Watering requirements

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Feeding schedule

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Repotting frequency

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Cleaning requirements

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Temperature requirements

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Prune dead leaves

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Spider plant care tips

Learn easy yet effective tips to help your spider plants thrive

Light preference

Place this plant in a spot that receives adequate indirect sunlight

Watering requirements

Let the soil dry completely in between watering sessions

Feeding schedule

The plant will grow actively if you fertilize it once per month

Repotting frequency

Repot the plant when its roots start growing out of the pot

Cleaning requirements

Clean the plant using a soft microfiber cloth with some water

Temperature requirements

Maintain a temperature of 10 to 27 degrees Celsius for ideal growth

Prune dead leaves

Snip off any brown or dead leaves to stimulate healthy growth

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