If you’re like me, you adore your snake plant’s low-maintenance and upright appearance. But it’s a succulent with no stem. The plant’s beautiful shape and maximum exposure to sunlight are dependent on its pointed leaves standing upright. Snake plant leaves can bend, droop, or fall over for various reasons. You must grasp these multiple issues…
Knowing how to propagate Sansevieria trifasciata, snake plant, or Mother in law’s tongue is fascinating because it is an ideal succulent species for beginners. As you will see in this post, propagating the snake plant is quite intriguing. I would like to point out that these propagation tips apply to Sansevieria trifasciata laurentii, Sansevieria trifasciata…
Do you believe your snake plant has become root-bound? Mother in laws tongue’s is a slow-growing plant that is content with being slightly pot-bound. However, if your snake plant has grown too large for the container to support it or is bursting the walls of the container, you should consider repotting it. If your snake…
Snake plants are hardy, but even hardy survivors have weak spots. These striking plants are best suited to lower light areas of your home or office, as they will suffer from sunburn if left in direct sunlight for an extended period of time. To treat snake plant sunburn, begin by relocating the snake plant out…
Snake plants can tolerate most indoor light conditions compared to other succulent species. However, the amount of light it receives can make a huge difference to how well your snake plant will thrive. Snake plants prefer at least 8-10 hours of bright, indirect light daily, but can tolerate up to 5-6 hours of direct sunlight….
You might have heard that Snake Plants (Dracaena trifasciata, AKA Mother in Law’s Tongue) are almost indestructible. While this is true, it’s important to remember that ‘almost’! There is one sure-fire way to kill your Snake Plant, and that is to let its roots rot. If you keep your Snake Plant in a pot with…
Snake plants are super popular partly because they are easy to take care of and difficult to kill. They need sunlight and water, but not a lot of either. They thrive in most environments. This is why when you are struggling to keep your snake plant alive you might look towards whether too much or…
I bought my snake plant about three years ago, and over the past few months, I’ve noticed that it’s leaves are wrinkled. The leaves have even narrowed, making it look nothing like the vibrant plant it once was. I have to admit, I’ve been neglecting it. I didn’t water it at all during the winter,…
There are a number of bugs that will attack your Snake Plant if the conditions are right and if you allow them to become established. Most of them tend to suck sap from inside the plant. Although this won’t lead to the speedy loss of your Snake Plant. It will eventually weaken the plant and…
If you own a Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata), then you own one of the toughest houseplants there is. With such a rugged and forgiving plant, it is easy to assume that no harm can come to it or that it will withstand any amount of neglect. While it is true that this plant is robust,…