Growing guide · Houseplants and herbs
Spider plant
Chlorophytum comosum
An easy, undemanding hanging plant that is easy to propagate from its plantlets.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Light | medium light; tolerates deep shade, not direct sun | [2] |
| Watering | water thoroughly, let it dry a little between; less in winter | [1][2] |
| Temperature | above 7 °C (45 °F) | [2] |
| Plant size | 30–45 cm tall, 30–60 cm wide | [2] |
Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.