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Lucy Searle

When to water a spider plant – an expert guide for a happy house plant

Spider plant on surface near window

Spider plants, also known as Chlorophytum comosum are one of the most popular and easy perennial houseplants to own, particularly amongst new plant owners, and if you know when to water them you can keep them healthy with very little effort otherwise. 

Watering spider plants is all about striking the right balance, since these plants are sensitive to waterlogging if overwatered, but do not like to dry out entirely either and need different amounts of water depending on the season. 

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