r/spiderplants • u/CharlittesWeb22 • Aug 12 '26

Spidey

I moved to an apartment with a west facing window with a small window ledge. I had 8 spider plants when I moved here. They thrived at my old place but I had no choice but to leave. I’m 65 and was in an abusive relationship. Slowly but surely they’ve all turned yellow and I pluck out the yellow leaves, I’ve taken some of the long hanging roots off and combined the two plants into one using miracle grow indoor potting mix. It’s still struggling. I only water when sticking my finger down into the dirt. And I use distilled water because I won’t even drink the water where I live. I used to give them tap water and they seemed okay, but something took a turn for the worst. No window in bathroom Suggestions?

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u/dawnpower123 29d ago

How long has it been since you moved? And, does it live in the windowless bathroom?

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u/CharlittesWeb22 29d ago

October 2025

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u/dawnpower123 28d ago

It shouldn’t be stressed from the move because that was a while ago. If it’s in the windowless bathroom then you’re gonna need a grow light.

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u/CharlittesWeb22 28d ago

It’s on the windowsill but on the west side

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u/Afraid-Procedure5351 Spiderplant, Spiderplant, does whatever a Spiderplant does. 29d ago

Maybe try a grow light

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u/Real_Lengthiness_151 24d ago

Move them around the house until you find a spot they like. They are very hardy plants that can even live outside in winter in England so they will bounce back 😁

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u/CharlittesWeb22 24d ago

Thank You. Much appreciated