Is my spider plant a spider plant at all?!
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Comments (1)don't need any spiders, but do you have anything else to trade? I have wandering jew, two types of philendendron, two types of sanseveria, stripes and plain green, also chicks and hens and gound cover. Oh, I also have snap dragons in bloom to trade....See MoreMy Spider Plant isnt doing too well-- help pls
Comments (9)Lamora, you are definitely not stupid! You have questions that need to be answered. You are unsure of some things and need re-assurance. Yes potting up during a stressful time isn't the greatest but you thought it was. And that's okay. Some tips for you :) The Spider Plant requires only light watering. Allow the soil to dry completely in between waterings. You only need to water the spider plant once every two weeks. If the foliage begins to show black tips or a yellow halo, you are probably over watering the plant. If the foliage begins to drop, the plant is ready for a drink. If the foliage begins to brown, try watering with distilled water. The Spider Plant has been known to have problems if there are chemicals in the water. Spider Plants prefer natural light, but do not place them in direct sunlight. If the leaves begin turning brown, try moving the plant out of the direct light. If the plant is kept within 5 to 8 feet of a window it should grow fine. Information i found is that they like loose airy soil as well. So although you recently repotted the plant check to see if the soil its in is really dense. if it is, unpot it and add some perlite to the mix and pot it back into its pot. Sure the plant is already stressed and yada yada yada but i have a feeling if we can correct what has happened thats wrong we may be able to move this plant into the correct path of gorgeous growth:) Everyone has differing opinions and what works for them with their house plants. as for me for instance. I water my jades once a week even though its frowned upon... it's what they like. I hope i threw some good info your way! goodluck with your spider!...See Morei have a spider web all over a plant
Comments (13)That is a "webworm" or "bagworm", a caterpillar that lives in groups and spins a protective web. It feeds inside the web where birds van't get to it. You can use a rake and rip open the webs and let the birds get the caterpillars....See Morethree huge spider plants that were outside all summer
Comments (15)These guys are very tolerant. I would cut the ugly/yellow leaves off, maybe trim the roots back and/or pot them in a larger pot with some fresh medium. They will come around quick. I have had one for almost 16 years......don't have a good spot in the winter so it goes into my attached garage all winter.....little light and very cold (but not frost). Looks like heck by Spring.....comes outside and looks great this time of year!...See MoreShenanigans_91
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