Spiderheads are not long-lived plants and require replacing every 5-8 years. Serruria fasciflora has a neat habit and does not require regular pruning.

Propagate Serruria fasciflora from cuttings or seed. Cuttings will flower and be ready to plant into the garden a year after propagation while seed will take at least two years before being large enough to plant into the garden.

Take cuttings early in the morning (to prevent wilting) from summer to autumn (December to March). The cuttings should be 30-50mm long from the current season's growth. Dip the cuttings into a rooting hormone powder for semi-hardwood cuttings and plant into a medium of 50:50 polystyrene and finely milled pine bark. Place in the greenhouse with bottom heat (±25°C) and intermittent mist. Once the roots are well developed, remove from the intermittent mist and harden off for 2-3weeks. Transplant into small pots using a well-drained medium made specifically for fynbos plants such as 8 parts bark to 3 parts sand. Ensure the pH is acid to neutral, 6.5 is ideal. Grow on until ready to plant into the garden.

Sow seed late summer to autumn (February to April) when the nights are cool and the days are warm. Dust the seeds with a systemic fungicide and apply smoke treatment. Sow the seed into a seed tray and place in a brightly lit position. Use a well-drained medium consisting of 1 part bark and 2 parts sand; firm down and cover with a layer of sifted sand. Germination can be erratic but should begin after 4-5 weeks. Once two true leaves have appeared, prick the seedlings out into small plugs. Place the seedlings in a lightly shaded area with good air circulation and when the seedlings are ±100mm tall, transplant them into small pots. When growing on, regularly monitor for disease and fungus and treat as necessary. The best time to plant into the garden is at the start of the rainy season (May to August), so that the plants can be established before the dry hot, windy summer arrives.

Before planting apply well-rotted compost to the soil. Feed twice a year during spring and autumn with a low dose of slow-release fertilizer. Choose fertilisers that have little or no phosphorous formula as the Proteaceae species don't like phosphorus. Water early in the morning while the soil is cool to avoid warm moist conditions, as this creates favourable conditions for fungi and bacteria. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep the soil cool and moist for longer. Serruria fasciflora is best suited to a fynbos garden that has well-drained soil or a sloping aspect. Plant it in full sun in groups of three or more to create a colourful display. Good companion plants include Leucadendron salignum, Thamnochortus cinereus and Erica baueri.