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title: "I think my spider plant had root rot. Does anyone have tips on how I…"
description: "I think my spider plant had root rot. Does anyone have tips on how I could save it?"
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author: "Bailey"
published: "2023-07-13T04:22:32.884Z"
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# I think my spider plant had root rot. Does anyone have tips on how I…

_Posted by Bailey on 2023-07-13_

I think my spider plant had root rot. Does anyone have tips on how I could save it?

## 4 comments

### Chadwickt commented on 2023-07-13

I would chop off the really bad roots propagate any pups because the plant might not make it 😬. Put it in a new pot only 1-2 inches larger than the root ball (with really good drainage). Put it in some new sterile soil. Let her dry out! And take care of her like normal and hopefully she’ll spring back 🤞

#### Bailey replied on 2023-07-13

Thank you!

### Brittany commented on 2023-07-13

Look up how to use hydrogen peroxide to “clean” the roots! You might as well want to try repotting it in completely new, healthy soil

#### Bailey replied on 2023-07-13

Thank you!

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