Rescuing a Spider Plant from a Seashell: Potting, Light & Water Fixes

Spider Plant Bought in a Seashell—No Drainage, Now Wilting

Brie bought a small spider plant (Chlorophytum) in Okinawa in a dirt-filled seashell (no drainage). Two plants in one shell. Survived 8-hr flight to Hawaii. Wilting started at 2 weeks. She moved it to water in a cup, then outside in 3 hrs direct sun. Tips slightly brown, plant limp.

Expert Rescue Plan from Will Creed

• Assume Chlorophytum (other plants also called "spider plant").
• Seashell = cute but deadly long-term.
• Root in water or damp soil (with drainage). If roots ≥1 inch, pot in soil.
• Water when top ¼ soil feels dry.
• Direct outdoor sun is too strong. Best: sunny window indoors. Outdoors only in shade—wind/rain damages leaves.

For more help, contact Will at wcreed@HorticulturalHelp.com or HorticulturalHelp.com.