Spider plants are one of the most popular houseplants in the world, with over 200 million sold each year. They’re also known for their air-purifying properties, removing toxins like formaldehyde and benzene from the air. We are about to discover how to propagate a spider plant.
Spider plants are beloved houseplants for a reason. They’re easy to care for, tolerant of a wide range of conditions, and they practically self-propagate. Those adorable little spiderettes dangling from the mother plant aren’t just cute decorations; they’re your ticket to an army of new spider plants!
Why Propagate Spider Plants?
There are many reasons to propagate your spider plant:
- To create new plants for free: Share the love (and the greenery) with friends and family.
-To fill out your own space: Add lush greenery to other rooms in your home or create a mini jungle. - To replace an aging plant: Keep your favorite spider plant going even if the mother plant starts to decline.
Spider Plant Propagation Methods:
There are two main ways to propagate spider plants:
By Spiderettes( new buds from the spider plant):
This is the easiest and most common method.
- Wait for the spiderettes to develop roots: Those tiny aerial roots are a sign that the plant is ready to go solo. You can wait until the roots are several inches long for better success.
- Clip the spiderettes with some stem: Use sharp, clean scissors or pruners to make a clean cut just below the base of the spiderette.
- Pot the spiderettes in well-draining soil: Choose a pot with drainage holes and fill it with a light, airy potting mix. Bury the base of the spiderette in the soil, keeping the leaves above the surface.
- Water gently and provide bright, indirect light: Keep the soil slightly moist but not soggy. With proper care, your new spider plants should start growing new leaves within a few weeks.
By Division:
This method is best for mature spider plants that have become crowded in their pot.
- Remove the plant from its pot: Gently loosen the soil and carefully lift the plant out.
- Divide the plant into smaller sections: Each section should have a good amount of roots and foliage.
- Pot the divisions in individual pots: Use the same type of potting mix as for spiderettes.
- Water gently and provide bright, indirect light: Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Your divided spider plants should start growing new leaves within a few weeks.
CONCLUSION
You can also propagate spider plants in water. Simply place the baby spider plants in a glass of water and wait for roots to develop before planting them in soil.
With proper care, your spider plants should propagate successfully for many years to come.
I hope this blog post has been helpful. Please let me know if you have any questions.
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