How to Make a Spider Plant Bushier & Lush
1. Choose the Best Pot
Choosing the right pot for your spider plant can significantly impact its “bushiness.” You should always go for a slightly smaller pot than what you have in mind. It’s probably just one size bigger than the rootball.
A snugger fit encourages root growth and subsequently stimulates foliage expansion, resulting in a bushier appearance.
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2. Proper Pruning Technique
Pruning may seem counterintuitive, but selectively removing older or discolored leaves encourages the plant to allocate more energy to new growth.
Trim the leaves close to the base, and as a response, the spider plant will redirect its resources to produce fresh shoots and leaves, making the plant denser over time.
3. Divide and Plant New Ones Together
Spider plants have a natural tendency to produce “spiderettes” or baby plants at the end of long shoots.
Gently remove these once they’ve developed a few leaves and their own root systems. Replant them in the same pot or separate containers to create a fuller, bushier arrangement.
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4. Feed Spider Plants Regularly
Feed your spider plant with a weak-strength (1/4 to 1/2 of the recommended dose) balanced liquid fertlizer regularly during its active growth phase (spring and summer) every 2 to 4 weeks. Reduce fertilizing in fall and suspend in winter if you live in a cold climate.
Choose a formula with equal nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium ratios to support overall plant healt and encourage robust leaf growth, resulting in a bushier appearance.
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5. Control the Light Exposure
Spider plants thrive in moderate, indirect light. However, exposing them to a bit more light than usual for a short period can stimulate branching and bushiness.
Gradually introduce them to slightly brighter conditions, but avoid direct sunlight, as it can scorch the leaves.
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