Snake Plant

Care guide

The snake plant is one of the most forgiving houseplants you can own. It tolerates low light corners, yet grows faster and keeps stronger colours in bright, indirect light. The biggest risk is too much water. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings, which usually means every two to three weeks in summer and once a month or less in winter. Water around the edge of the pot and avoid pouring water into the centre of the leaf rosette. Use a gritty cactus or succulent mix and a pot with a drainage hole. Snake plants enjoy being slightly root-bound, so repot only every three to four years. Feed lightly two or three times during spring and summer. If a leaf becomes soft or mushy at the base, cut it away and let the soil dry out fully before watering again.