Common name: Spider Plant ‘Ocean Bambino’

Latin name: Chlorophytum comosum ‘Ocean’

Best position in the home: Thrives in bright, indirect light but is very adaptable and can tolerate lower light conditions. Avoid strong direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. Perfect for shelves, desks, or hanging pots in living rooms, kitchens, or offices.

Water requirements: Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry. Keep the compost lightly moist but not soggy. Reduce watering in winter. Happy in average household humidity and fairly tolerant of occasional neglect.

Home impact: With its compact size and fresh green-and-cream striped leaves, this plant adds a clean, vibrant look to any space. It’s often associated with helping improve indoor air quality in a general sense. Generally considered non-toxic, making it suitable for homes with pets.

Potential height at full growth: Typically grows to around 20–30cm in height, with a similar spread, staying more compact than traditional Spider Plants.

How to look after it: Place in bright, indirect light for best growth, though it will tolerate lower light. Water when the top of the soil dries out and ensure good drainage. Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertiliser. Trim off any brown tips and repot every couple of years as needed.

Beginner friendliness 5/5 

Practically Thrives on Neglect! An incredibly easy-care plant that’s perfect for beginners. It’s forgiving, adaptable, and copes well with less-than-perfect conditions.

This compact ‘Bambino’ variety stays neat and tidy, making it ideal for smaller spaces. Like other Spider Plants, it may produce small plantlets over time, which can be propagated easily.