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Pup Propagation on spider plant
What's Happening
Separating spider plant pups (babies) from the mother plant before they have developed adequate roots or reaching 75% of the mother's size leads to propagation failure.
How to Fix It
- 1
Leave pups attached to the mother plant until they form visible root nodules.
- 2
If propagating in water, change the water weekly to prevent anaerobic bacteria.
- 3
Transition water-rooted pups to a perlite/soil mix to develop soil-adapted roots before final planting.
How to Prevent It
Wait for pups to mature naturally on the stolon and provide warm temperatures (70-75°F) to accelerate root formation.
Related Problems
Same Problem on Other Plants
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes pup propagation on my plant?
Separating spider plant pups (babies) from the mother plant before they have developed adequate roots or reaching 75% of the mother's size leads to propagation failure.
How do I fix pup propagation?
Leave pups attached to the mother plant until they form visible root nodules.. If propagating in water, change the water weekly to prevent anaerobic bacteria..
How do I prevent pup propagation from happening again?
Wait for pups to mature naturally on the stolon and provide warm temperatures (70-75°F) to accelerate root formation.