{"product_id":"bonnie-curly-spider-plant-chlorophytum-comosum-bonnie","title":"Bonnie Curly Spider Plant - Chlorophytum comosum 'Bonnie'","description":"\u003cp\u003eBonnie Curly Spider Plant (\u003cem\u003eChlorophytum comosum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bonnie') is the curly form of the spider plant, a compact clump 20 to 30cm high and about 40cm wide. The leaves curl and twist as they grow, green with a white centre stripe, and even the plantlets on their trailing stems curl. It is well suited to hanging pots and shelves, and is non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurls from top to bottom.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves spiral and twist rather than arch, and the baby plants curl too, giving the whole plant a tousled look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact size.\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays smaller than the classic spider plant, so it fits narrow shelves and small hanging pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite centre stripe.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each green leaf carries a white stripe down the middle, which shows up well as the leaves turn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple to keep.\u003c\/strong\u003e It has the same forgiving nature as other spider plants and recovers quickly from a missed watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe with pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs, though a hanging pot keeps curious cats from chewing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e The curled leaves and plantlets look their best at eye level, tumbling over the rim of a small basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelves and ledges.\u003c\/strong\u003e A compact habit suits bookshelves, bathroom ledges and window sills with bright, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheltered patios.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost-free areas it grows well in a shaded pot outdoors, protected from hot sun and drying wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bonnie Curly Spider Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight and position.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it bright light without hot direct sun, which burns the foliage. In dimmer rooms it still grows, only more slowly and with fewer plantlets. Good light also keeps the curl tight, and leaves grown in dim rooms tend to straighten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotting mix.\u003c\/strong\u003e A premium, free-draining potting mix is all it asks. The fleshy roots hold water and soon pack the pot, so repot into the next size up once roots show at the drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the top few centimetres of mix dry between waterings and water less through winter. A half-strength liquid fertiliser every few weeks from spring to autumn keeps growth steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf tips and tidying.\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown leaf tips are mostly caused by fluoride in tap water, dry indoor air or dry soil. Switch to rainwater or filtered water where you can, and trim brown ends with clean scissors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Bonnie Curly Spider Plant in 100mm pots in packs of 10 and 200mm pots in packs of 6. Unpack on arrival, water well and place in bright, indirect light. Leaves may sit a little flatter after transit and curl again as new growth comes through. Our growers do not hold every size all year, so a size can show as on backorder at times. An order for a backorder size is confirmed with you before anything ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants that are safe around pets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eMore house and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/spider-plant-easy-houseplant-tips\"\u003eEasy houseplant tips for spider plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves less curly than I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurl is strongest in bright, indirect light and on slightly dry plants. Low light and heavy watering produce straighter leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo the babies curl as well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The plantlets carried on the trailing stems have the same twisted leaves, and they can be potted up to make new plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it toxic to cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, spider plants are non-toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing can still damage the plant, so hang it out of reach if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"100mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":68095695716671,"sku":"CHL-COM-BONNIE-100MM-P10","price":201.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":68095695749439,"sku":"CHL-COM-BONNIE-200MM-P6","price":209.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/bonnie-curly-spider-plant-chlorophytum-comosum-bonnie.jpg?v=1794669207","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/bonnie-curly-spider-plant-chlorophytum-comosum-bonnie","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}