{"product_id":"chlorophytum-comosum-bonnie-bonnie-spider-plant","title":"Chlorophytum comosum 'Bonnie' - Bonnie Spider Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBonnie Spider Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eChlorophytum comosum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bonnie') is the curly-leafed version of one of the most beloved houseplants in the world. Where the classic spider plant has straight, arching leaves, Bonnie's foliage spirals and curls as it grows — giving it a more compact, textured look that works beautifully in hanging baskets and on shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's genuinely one of the easiest houseplants you can own. It tolerates low light, irregular watering, and average humidity without complaint, and it produces cascading \"spiderettes\" (baby plantlets on long runners) that can be propagated into new plants. Pet-safe, fast-growing, and hard to kill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eChlorophytum comosum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bonnie'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonnie Spider Plant, Curly Spider Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asparagaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bushy rosette with cascading runners and spiderettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light is ideal and encourages the best variegation and fastest growth. Tolerates low light well — one of the most adaptable houseplants for dim spaces. Avoid prolonged direct sun which bleaches the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Spider plants are drought-tolerant and recover quickly from underwatering. Overwatering causes root rot — the more common issue. Use filtered water if possible, as fluoride in tap water can cause brown leaf tips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates average household humidity. No special requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80°F. Avoid frost and temperatures below 50°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard well-draining potting mix. Avoid dense or compacted soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 2–4 weeks in spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing — excess salts cause brown tips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove brown or dead leaf tips with clean scissors. Trim spiderettes if you want a tidier look, or leave them to trail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The easiest propagation of any houseplant — simply snip a spiderette and place it in water or soil. Roots develop within 1–2 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrown leaf tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most commonly caused by fluoride in tap water or over-fertilizing. Switch to filtered water and reduce feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellowing leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overwatering. Let soil dry more between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePale or washed-out leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Too much direct sun. Move to bright indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo spiderettes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Normal in younger plants or low light. Bright indirect light and a slightly root-bound pot encourage flowering and runner production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimp or drooping leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Underwatering. Water thoroughly and the plant will recover quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonnie's curly foliage is a natural mutation of the standard \u003cem\u003eChlorophytum comosum\u003c\/em\u003e — the same species that NASA included in its Clean Air Study. The Bonnie cultivar became popular for its more compact, decorative form compared to the sprawling standard variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePet owners: Spider plants are one of the few truly non-toxic houseplants safe for cats and dogs. Check out our \u003cstrong\u003eguide to pet-friendly plants\u003c\/strong\u003e for more safe options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ed's Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"4'' Nursery Pot","offer_id":54562368618806,"sku":"ptp1789463902563","price":9.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.5\" Hanging Basket","offer_id":54562368651574,"sku":"fvf1789463902564","price":14.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/7083\/0134\/files\/chlorophytum-comosum-bonnie---bonnie-spider-plant_1.jpg?v=1789463907","url":"https:\/\/chiclyfashion.shop\/products\/chlorophytum-comosum-bonnie-bonnie-spider-plant","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}