Spider Plant
Chlorophytum comosum
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 4, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Spider Plant
Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is a clump-forming perennial native to tropical and southern Africa, producing arching, strap-like leaves in solid green or with a central or marginal cream stripe. It readily sends out long stolons tipped with plantlets — the 'spiderettes' that give it its common name — making it one of the most easily propagated houseplants. Starting at $5.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Grow in bright indirect light or part shade; avoid direct afternoon sun, which scorches the long strap-like leaves. In NE Florida, a shaded porch, lanai, or north/east-facing exposure works well.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, keeping the soil evenly moist but never soggy. During Florida's rainy season reduce supplemental irrigation; let the mix dry slightly between waterings in winter to prevent root rot.
Use a well-draining potting mix. Feed monthly spring through fall with a balanced, fluoride-free liquid fertilizer (3-1-2 ratio); spider plants are sensitive to fluoride and boron — avoid tap water high in these minerals.
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Common questions
Is Spider Plant a good plant for St. Augustine?
Spider Plant is a houseplant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with high salt tolerance, reaching 12-18 inches × 12-24 inches (cascading).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.