SNAKE PLANT

DIG THIS

Snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) is by far one of the most resilient!

Their sword-like leaves are practically water tanks that can store water for weeks, allowing them to survive dry spells. They can also tolerate a wide range of sunlight, from low to bright.

If you think you have a brown thumb, a snake plant will give you the confidence boost you need.

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Pretty Chill

Any Light
Except Direct Sun

Keep Soil Dry

Not Pet Safe

SHADE,
PARTIAL SUN, or INDIRECT SUN

AVOID HARSH, DIRECT SUN

The Snake Plant is special because it is one of the LEAST picky plants when it comes to sunlight.

It is happiest in indirect light, but will adapt to all areas as long as it’s not in a completely dark room.

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FIND YOUR LIGHT

Take a moment to note which direction the windows face in your space. Then tap around the room below to see how the light hits throughout the day.

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SOUTH-FACING WINDOW

⊹ Highest amount of sunlight ⊹
⊹ Consistent light all day ⊹
⊹ Perfect for "full sun" plants ⊹

EAST-FACING WINDOW

⊹ Soft morning sunlight ⊹
⊹ Avoids harsh afternoon rays ⊹
⊹ Perfect for low to indirect light plants ⊹
⚠︎ May not be bright enough for "full sun" plants

WEST-FACING WINDOW

⊹ Brightest in the afternoon ⊹
⊹ Warm, golden hour glow ⊹
⊹ Great for indirect-sun lovers ⊹

⚠︎ Can overheat sensitive plants

NORTH-FACING WINDOW

⊹ No direct sunlight ⊹
⊹ Avoids harsh afternoon rays ⊹
⊹ Perfect for shade-tolerant plants ⊹

⚠︎ Can be too dim for most houseplants. If this is your only light source, consider using a grow light for your sun-loving plants!

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KEEP SOIL DRY

This is drought-tolerant plant, so you can go longer periods without watering and it will still thrive.

Let the soil completely dry out before watering. Overwatering is the most common cause for issues for Snake Plant. Remember, its leaves are storing water so you can let it chill!

LOW HUMIDITY

It isn’t fussy, so indoor humidity will work just fine. Try to keep moisture off its leaves if you can.

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SOIL

SNAKE PLANT DIGS A DRY, FAST-DRAINING MIX

When choosing a potting mix for this houseplant, look for mixes that include:

Looks like tiny white popcorn bits mixed into the soil. Improves drainage and prevents waterlogging.

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Looks like very tiny, gray and white pebbles. Helps prevent compact soil and improves airflow for the roots.

Looks like gritty and chunky beach sand. Like perlite, it improves drainage and prevents waterlogging.

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COMMON ISSUES

MUSHY LEAVES/BASE

A definite sign of overwatering. A Snake Plant that has been overwatered can lead to base rot.

Remove affected leaves. Dry out soil completely (1-5 days).

If there is no improvement, repot in fresh soil and make sure to water less frequently!

WRINKLING

Commonly due to soil kept too dry. You may have neglected it a little too long!

Give the Snake Plant a deep soak by watering the pot completely until it drains out.

FADED or LEGGY

A sign of not enough sunlight.

If you notice your plant is looking leggy and weak, try moving it to a sunnier spot.

PESTS