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tlgutierrez831 on
March 28, 2015
? Northern CA (San Francisco area)Q.spider plants
I have 3 mature spider plants that want to grow up from the soil surface then, when they get too heavy, they fall over. Are they not planted deep enough into the soil? Can I add more soil to the pots to give them more support? Thanks, Teri from Sunnyvale CA
Answered by
shelley on
March 28, 2015
Certified ExpertA.I would re-pot your spider plants in a bigger pot (one size up). Just make sure that the root ball is fully embedded in the soil. Spider plants have aggressive root systems with fat tuberous roots and have been known to push their root ball up to the top edge of the pot. Sounds like that is what is happening to you.
For more information on the care of spider plants, please visit the following link:
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- Asked by
antiquemom on
May 1, 2015
central mnQ.can a spider plant be hung outside during the summer
I have a spider plant and wondered if it could be hung outside in indirect light.
- Answered by
shelley on
May 1, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Yes, it can!
For more information on spider plants, please visit the following link:
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FlowerGurl on
May 31, 2015A.Yes it can. Also known as a mosquito repellent plant.
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DMV on
May 10, 2015Q.difference between plants in the house and as ground covers
What is the difference between the typical spider houseplant and the spider plant seen as a ground cover in yards.
- Answered by
shelley on
May 11, 2015
Certified ExpertA.They are one and the same.
For more information on spider plants, please visit the following link:
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Anonymous on
August 19, 2015Q.Spider Plant Worms
I returned from a trip out of town and saw that my spider plant, which has been outside, has dark spots on its leaves and little hole on the leaves. I also found little worms. They look like caterpillars on some of the leaves. How can I get rid of them to save the plant?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 21, 2015A.Various types of worms can affect plants. Those that cannot be picked off can be treated with products containing Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), a natural bacteria that kill worms without harming plants. Neem oil may be helpful as well. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/prevent-caterpillars.htm
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llstenson on
September 8, 2015Q.Spiderettes on plant
When the spiderette is gone, do I cut off the shoot? Will more spiderettes come from this same shoot?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 10, 2015A.Here is a link that will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/spider-plant/pruning-spider-plants.htm
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September 21, 2015Q.spider plant and spiderettes
I have a big beautiful spider plant and a lot of spiderettes. What can I do with all theses spiderettes for winter? I am going to, of course, bring it in for winter but I have so many on the plant I was wondering what to do with some of them so they don't all die.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 23, 2015A.With regards to spiderettes, it's best to keep them on the mother plant until they have their own root system. If you decide to cut them anyway to root, clip the stem that connects the baby to the mother. If you have not read it, this article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/spider-plant/spider-plant-care-gardening-tips-for-spider-plants.htm
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rachelldonohue on
September 30, 2015
Anderson CaliforniaQ.Spider plant
My friend gave me a spiderette and at first it wasn't doing so well, but then I put it in a bigger pot with great drainage and she took off. She grew like crazy and even became a Momma spider plant herself! But ever since the one spiderette she's not produced anything new. She seems to have stopped all growth. Is there something I'm not doing, do I need to prune her back?
- Answered by
shelley on
September 30, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Spider plants tend to produce more plantlets when they are rootbound, which will happen eventually as your plant engulfs its new pot. It will also help if the plant is a warm and well-lit location, is properly watered and perhaps even gets a little fertilizer.
For more information on spider plant care, please visit the following article:
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