Spiderettes are one of the easiest houseplants to propagate. Here’s how:
Method 1: Root While Attached to the Mother Plant
- Place a small pot with fresh potting mix next to the mother plant.
- Gently pin the spiderette into the new soil, keeping it attached via its stolon.
- After roots establish, sever the connecting stolon.
This method benefits from the continued support of the mother plant.
Method 2: Water Propagation
- Snip off the spiderette.
- Place the base in a glass of clean water.
- Change water every few days.
- Roots typically appear in one to two weeks.
- Once roots are about an inch long, transfer the plantlet to soil.
Method 3: Direct Soil Planting
- Cut off the spiderette.
- Plant directly into moist soil.
- Maintain high humidity until roots form by covering the pot with a plastic dome or bag (leave gaps for airflow).
Benefits of Encouraging Spider Plant Flowering
There are several advantages to learning how to force spider plants to bloom:
- Enables easy propagation to create more plants.
- Produces fuller, healthier mother plants through active growth.
- Provides decorative value with charming white blooms.
- Allows sharing plants with friends and family or even selling them.
Myths About Spider Plant Flowering
Let’s clarify a few common misconceptions:
Myth: Spider plants cannot flower indoors.
Reality: With proper care, spider plants can bloom beautifully indoors.
Myth: More fertilizer always means more flowers.
Reality: Excess fertilizer, especially nitrogen, can prevent flowering.
Myth: All spider plant varieties bloom equally well.
Reality: Some cultivars, particularly heavily variegated types, may flower less readily than solid green varieties.
Forcing spider plants to flower is not only possible – it’s a rewarding experience that allows you to multiply your collection with minimal cost.
