spider lily

Spider lilies should be watered lightly and frequently to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Generally speaking during the growing season, water your spider lily every week to 10 days. Make sure to water the soil evenly, and increase the frequency of watering during periods of warmer weather. In the winter, when the plant is dormant, reduce the amount and frequency of watering to only once every few weeks. It is important to be sure to not let the soil dry out entirely. If you do, the spider lily may stop growing, and the leaves may start wilting.

Spider lilies need at least a few hours of direct sunlight in order to thrive. They can handle some light shade, but these plants are best grown in areas with bright, indirect sunlight. The ideal amount of sunlight is 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day, with the preferable timing being the morning and early afternoon hours.

Pruning your Spider Lily is an important part of keeping the plant healthy and looking its best. Pruning should take place in the early spring and late fall; however, when you first acquire a Spider Lily, pruning should take place right away to help promote growth. When pruning, it is important to remember that Spider Lilies prefer to look natural, and not too groomed. Therefore, aim to remove no more than 1-third of the plant's current growth. Cut back stems that are dead or have developed a white mildew-like substance, and also trim off any shoots or stalks that are growing away from the base of the plant. This will help to promote new growth and create a fuller, healthier-looking Spider Lily.