Repotting Spiderwort, a full guide

The Houseplant derivative, Spiderwort is a simple plant to repot. Follow the steps below on repotting your Houseplant. The steps are very similar to any other plant in the Commelinaceae family.

What is the best way to repot your Spiderwort?

Read on for a simple yet effective three step process for repotting and growing your Spiderwort.

First of all, get prepared for repotting Spiderwort

Plan out how and when you’ll get your Spiderwort loose to repot it. Consider how much water your Spiderwort needs before repotting and look at the bloom time which is in Year-round and soil ph which is Neutral to acidic to ensure the repotting process goes well.

Second of all, Take your Spiderwort out of the original pot

Spiderwort can be removed simply by loosening up with a few bangs on the side of the pot and the be turned upside down very carefully so as to not harm your Spiderwort as it comes out.

Third and finally, repot Spiderwort to a new pot

Achieving success in repotting Spiderwort would be more likely if you used the ideal soil type of Moist but well-drained soil. Fill in any air pockets in the new pot of your Spiderwort with this soil and give it a final water afterwards. Perhaps even get your hands on more similar plants like Snow Queen Pothos so you can repot this and make use of any leftover soil afterwards.

How to nurture your Spiderwort

Read on for some additional information on the care of Spiderwort.

More information about Spiderwort after repotting

To master aftercare for Spiderwort too, research Houseplant care requirements in general to gain a broader understanding of your plant. These type of plants share the same family name, known in latin as Commelinaceae, so becoming an expert on this type of plant could really help. When the plant is mature, you can expect it to be some types mildly toxic to humans and animals.

Does Spiderwort have any other names?

Your Spiderwort may have other names you could call it. Consider the botanical and scientific names for the plants below. You may need this information when considering what soil type to buy or to get more specific on how to take care of it.

Scientific name Spiderwort Tradescantia
Botanical name Tradescantia


For a different plant in this family, check out Snakeroots which will provide a nice contrast. Alternatively, to find a plant that is can be repotted in a similar way, maybe Snake Plants are a good fit as they are in the same family.

What should you expect if you have repot Spiderwort correctly?

To see your Spiderwort reaching its full size of N/A (vining species) requires your attention and care. Imagine it is a while after repotting and you have taken care of the plant in the right way. You’ll have the joy of seeing it burst into White, purple, pink blooms precisely during Year-round time. This is achieved by taking care of your plant like you would any other similar plant like a Song Of India. Using the right care and being patient after you repot is key.

Is the best place to keep Spiderwort indoors or outdoors after repotting?

Whether Spiderwort is kept inside or out after repotting is dependent on personal preference and you may wish to rotate your Spiderwort from one environment to the next as the seasons change. So, compare your local climate to your plants natural climate: Mexico, South America, Caribbean. Also, make sure you’re nearby the recommended hardiness zone if keeping outside: 4b to 12a

A guide on the long term care for Spiderwort after repotting

To repot for the best effect, consider your hardiness zone in where you live and compare it to the recommended hardiness zone of Spiderwort which is 4b to 12a. Spiderwort are native to Mexico, South America, Caribbean. It is recommended that when considering the sun exposure for Spiderwort, it gets Full sun, partial shade exposure for it to grow best. Done right, you may expect it to grow N/A (vining species). Consider this when choosing the size of the pot when repotting.

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