How to grow spider plants so that they grow more vigorously and their leaves are greener and more shiny?

It is generally recommended to repot spider plants once a year, but the specific frequency of repotting needs to be determined according to the actual growth of the plant, in order to make the spider plants grow more vigorously and their leaves greener and more shiny. Let’s learn in detail how to grow spider plants so that they grow more vigorously and have greener and more shiny leaves.

1. Choose the right soil

Chlorophytum has low requirements for soil, but loose, breathable and well-drained soil is more conducive to its growth. It is recommended to mix leaf mold, garden soil and river sand in a ratio of 4:4:2, or peat soil, leaf mold, river sand and perlite in a ratio of 4:3:2:1. This soil combination ensures healthy root growth.

2. Water properly

Chlorophytum likes a humid environment, but is not tolerant to waterlogging. When watering, you need to follow the principle of "water when dry and water when wet": water 1-2 times a week in spring and autumn. The temperature is high in summer and watering is required every day. Reduce the frequency of watering in winter and keep the soil moderately dry. At the same time, spray water on the leaves regularly to increase the air humidity and prevent the leaves from drying out.

3. Fertilization management

Chlorophytum needs to be fertilized appropriately during its growth period: during the spring and autumn growing seasons, apply a thin liquid fertilizer every 20 days. You can choose urea fertilizer or decomposed organic fertilizer , dilute the fertilizer and then water it when applying fertilizer. Growth is slow in winter and fertilization should be stopped.

4. Lighting management

Chlorophytum prefers a semi-shaded environment and avoids strong direct light: place the Chlorophytum in a bright but not direct sunlight place indoors. Rotate the pot regularly to ensure that the plant receives even light.

5. Temperature control

Chlorophytum likes warmth, and the suitable growth temperature is 18℃-25℃: avoid high temperature (>30℃) in summer and place it in a well-ventilated place. Avoid low temperatures (<5℃) in winter and stay away from direct air conditioning.

6. Pruning and repotting

Regularly prune dead leaves and overly long branches to promote the germination of new buds. Repot once every spring and autumn, trim old and rotten roots, and replace new soil.

In short, spider plants like a high humidity environment and you can spray water on the leaves regularly. Place basins of water around the flower pots to increase air humidity. Infestations of pests such as aphids and mites need to be checked regularly and dealt with in a timely manner. In addition, regularly watering with some fermented rice water or fruit peel water can increase soil fertility and make the leaves more shiny.