Variegated Spider Plant

Price range: $3.99 through $37.99

Variegated Spider Plant features cascading green-and-white foliage with hanging plantlets. It is perfect for indoor hanging baskets or decorative container displays.

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Variegated Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum ‘Variegatum", Airplane Plant

Variegated Spider Plant is a striking and resilient houseplant prized for its arching, green-and-white striped foliage and effortless care. It produces long, narrow leaves with bright green edges and creamy white centers, creating a dramatic visual display. The plant also produces small, white star-shaped flowers on slender stems, followed by hanging plantlets, or “spiderettes.” Its cascading habit makes it ideal for hanging baskets, shelves, or as a tabletop accent.

This plant forms a clumping rosette of leaves, typically reaching 12–18 inches tall with a similar spread. Its compact size and graceful cascading foliage make it perfect for indoor spaces, apartments, or offices. Variegated Spider Plants are highly adaptable, tolerating a range of lighting conditions, though they thrive in bright, indirect light. Their low-maintenance nature and forgiving growth habits make them a favorite for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts.

Variegated Spider Plants prefer well-drained, fertile soil and consistent moisture. They benefit from occasional feeding with a balanced houseplant fertilizer during the growing season. While tolerant of minor fluctuations in light and water, maintaining a steady care routine encourages strong foliage growth and abundant production of spiderettes. Repotting every 1–2 years refreshes the soil, ensuring the plant remains vigorous and visually appealing.

Care Instructions:

Planting: Choose a bright, indirect light location. Avoid direct sun to prevent leaf burn.
Soil: Plant in well-drained, fertile potting mix.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during the growing season. Allow the top inch to dry between waterings.
Fertilizing: Apply a balanced houseplant fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during active growth.
Pruning: Trim brown tips or damaged leaves. Remove spent flowers and plantlets as needed.
Spacing: Provide space for rosette growth and cascading spiderettes.
Maintenance: Repot every 1–2 years to refresh soil and propagate offsets.

In addition to their ornamental beauty, Variegated Spider Plants are known for their air-purifying qualities, helping to improve indoor air quality. Their cascading foliage, vibrant variegation, and ease of care make them an excellent choice for indoor decoration, hanging baskets, or container displays. With their charm and hardiness, they are an ideal addition to any home or office environment.

Sizes: HB indicates a Hanging Basket, otherwise, the plant comes in a standard nursery pot.

Plant NameVariegated Spider Plant
Botanical / Alternative Name(s)Chlorophytum comosum ‘Variegatum", Airplane Plant
Plant TypeHouseplants
Hardiness Zone(s)9, 10, 11
Season of InterestFall, Winter, Spring, Summer
ExposureIndirect Sunlight
Plant Height12" - 18" (in)
Plant Spread12" – 18" (in)
Spacing12" - 18" (in)
Water NeedsAverage
Maintenance LevelLow
Soil TypePotting Soil
Soil PHAcid, Neutral
Soil DrainageWell-Drained
Bloom ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen, Variegated, White
CharacteristicsGreat Foliage
Garden UsesHouseplant

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