{"product_id":"zebrina-spider-plant-chlorophytum-comosum-zebrina","title":"Zebrina Spider Plant - Chlorophytum comosum 'Zebrina'","description":"\u003cp\u003eZebrina Spider Plant (\u003cem\u003eChlorophytum comosum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Zebrina') has long, arching leaves striped in green and silvery white that spill out from a central crown. It grows up to 60cm tall and wide, sends out dangling baby plants, and suits hanging baskets, shelves and shaded garden beds. Like other spider plants, it is generally regarded as 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\u003eStriped leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Green blades striped with silvery white add a cool, bright note to a shady corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a tough, fast growing plant, so it fills out a basket or a border soon after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaby plants on stems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Small offshoots, or pups, hang from the arching stems and can be propagated into new plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Spider plants are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement and softness.\u003c\/strong\u003e The arching leaves and dangling pups bring a relaxed, flowing shape to rooms and patios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets and pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e The arching leaves are at their best where they can spill down, so hang it at head height or set the pot on a plant stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor rooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it on a shelf, a sideboard or a window ledge in bright, indirect light, away from harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded tropical beds and borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart as underplanting beneath larger shrubs. It also fills in as seasonal bedding colour in the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Zebrina Spider Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light suits it best. It tolerates shade, though growth slows and the leaf colour weakens, and direct sun can scorch the leaf tips. It is not frost tolerant, so grow it outdoors only in frost free gardens and indoors elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free-draining potting mix, or garden soil enriched with compost where planted in a shaded bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly through the growing season and reduce watering in winter. If the pot dries out completely or stays soggy, the tips brown first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot any plantlets to produce new plants and trim off brown leaves. A cool shower now and then keeps the foliage clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZebrina Spider Plant is sold as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small and, as a quick grower, it fills a pot in a season. Pot it into a quality mix and place it in bright, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out on this page, and the notify button emails you the day it is back.\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=\"\/blogs\/blog\/spider-plant-easy-houseplant-tips\"\u003eHow to care for a spider plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-repot-your-plants-like-a-pro\"\u003eHow to repot your plants like a pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Zebrina Spider Plant grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to about 60cm tall and wide, with long arching leaves. A hanging basket shows the habit best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I grow new plants from the pups?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot the small offshoots into fresh mix while still attached to the stem, or snip them off and pot them up. They root readily and can be shared around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpider plants are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, though chewed leaves may upset some pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790236123455,"sku":"CHL-COM-ZEBRIN-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/zebrina-spider-plant-chlorophytum-comosum-zebrina.jpg?v=1792197139","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/zebrina-spider-plant-chlorophytum-comosum-zebrina","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}