Bonnie Spider Plant

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Bonnie Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum Bonnie), commonly known as Curly Spider Plant, is a member of the Asparagaceae family and is found in Africa. This compact curly variety is a top performer and puts on a show with whimsical green and white variegated foliage. In addition to their attractive foliage and easy maintenance, Spider Plants are one of the top indoor houseplants to purify air pollutants.

Best Locations For Growing Spider Plant 'Bonnie'Spider Plants do best when located in environments ranging from 55 – 75 degrees F. Although Bonnie Spider Plant can tolerate lower light environments, the variegation on this plant will be more pronounced when placed in brighter indirect light. Avoid temperatures below 55 degrees F. Spider Plant 'Bonnie' Sunlight RequirementsAllow Bonnie to get plenty of filtered or bright indirect light. This plant can tolerate lower light levels but may lose its attractive coloring.Spider Plant 'Bonnie' CarePlant Bonnie Spider Plant in an all-purpose mix and add 1 part perlite. Spider plants will produce offshoot plantlets or pups you can trim them from the mother plant and plant them in their own pot. They tend to be rapid growers as their fleshy roots fill up a pot. If repotting, do this during its summer growing season. Watering Spider Plant 'Bonnie'When watering, soak your spider plant well and generously, allowing excess water to escape through the bottom drain holes. Allow the top quarter of the soil to slightly dry out before watering again. You can use your finger to test the soil moisture. Feeding Spider Plant 'Bonnie'Use a diluted fertilizer at half strength once a month during spring and summer. Refrain from fertilizing during winter months. You can opt for a fertilizer that has both micro and macro nutrients for your houseplants and see wonderful results.

Bonnie Spider Plant InformationLight Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium LightCare Requirements: EasyWatering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: YesKid Friendly: YesAir Purifier: LowHabit: MoundedGrowth Rate: FastMature Height: 6-8 inchesMature Spread: 8-10 inchesFlowering: Rare indoorsFlower Color(s): WhiteFlower Shade/Description: Grown for FoliageFragrant: NoFoliage Type: Foliage Color(s): Green, WhiteFoliage Description: Curled Green Leaves Striped with Creamy WhiteTemperature: 60 - 80F (16 - 27C)Humidity: Average (40% - 60%)Common Name: Bonnie Spider PlantOther Name(s): Spider Plant, Airplane Plant, Spider IvyScientific Name: Chlorophytum comosum 'Bonnie'Plant Type: House Plant