Growing Spider Plants in Hanging Baskets is the best way to showcase their variegated dangling leaves with style!
How you display spider plants makes all the difference! Growing them in hanging baskets is one of the best ways to enhance the beauty of this trailing plant and its spiderettes.
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Why Should You Grow Spider Plants in Hanging Baskets?
When displaying trailing spider plants, hanging baskets are the best option:
1. Growing spider plants in this way allows their arching foliage to trail freely over the edges of the basket. The long leaves can extend a foot or more without becoming crushed, tangled, or damaged – like in traditional upright containers.
2. This way, they can be an eye-catching focal point in the room, adding height, depth, and visual interest to indoor spaces.
3. Additionally, if you have a curious cat or dog that loves to nibble on plants, hanging spider plants out of their reach is a clever idea.
Best Spider Plants for Hanging Baskets
- Chlorophytum comosum (Classic Green): The most common variety that features arching green leaves with a white stripe down the center.
- Chlorophytum comosum ‘Bonnie’: Its leaves have more curls and twists than the classic variety.
- Chlorophytum comosum ‘Hawaiian’ (Hawaiian Spider Plant): Has a broad central stripe of cream or white – slightly wider and more compact foliage.
Here is our detailed article on Different Varieties of Spider Plants
Best Baskets for Spider Plants
Select a basket that allows for adequate drainage and is the right size for the plant. A basket with at least 6 inches in diameter is a good start, whereas 8-10 inches is ideal for a mature spider plant.
Plastic baskets are lightweight and budget-friendly options.
Wicker or natural fiber baskets are lovely additions to display spider plants for an organic look. Their earthy aesthetic complements the trailing leaves and offers plenty of air circulation to keep the roots free from the dangers of overwatering.
Here’s a cool DIY that you must try! You can also try macrame planters, wooden boxes, fabric pouches, colanders, and wireframe baskets. The internet is full of amazing ideas for DIY hanging baskets; some of them are listed here as well.
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Tips for a Decorative Spider Plant Display
I. If you want to cool combinations, add small ferns or trailing plants like Pothos in the same basket for a more appealing look.
II. Go for different spider plant varieties together, such as variegated or green types.
III. Add decorative elements like ribbons, burlaps, or painted designs for a more personalized look.
IV. Hang multiple baskets at different levels to create a layered effect.
Quick Maintenance Tricks for Spider Plants in Hanging Baskets
- Snip away dead or yellowing leaves occasionally to keep the plant healthy and attractive.
- Allow the topsoil to dry out between watering spells.
- Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn. Spider plants in hanging baskets are great for patios, rooms, or balconies with full or partial shade.
- Pick the right spot that’s away from cold drafts or A/C vents. Also, ensure it is not windy as it can sway the basket too much, which may make it fall.
