4 Plant, Sansevieria Mix (snake plant)

ABOUT THIS SANSEVIERIA

4 Plant, Sansevieria Mix (snake plant) – Sansevieria mix contains 4 fresh plants in 5 inch deep reusable grower pots selected at random by vigor. This growers mix is a fast economical way to start your collection. Because of its tropical look and low maintenance. Sansevieria is frequently used in many high-end hotels and shopping areas along with being popular as a film set decoration.
The growth rate of Sansevieria will vary greatly depending on soil type, sunlight, temperature and other factors. A few leaves are often trimmed prior to shipping to reduce transpiration and travel stress.

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SANSEVIERIA CARE

Sansevieria, aka Snake Plants are excellent houseplants that withstand more neglect than almost any other plant while flourishing in both bright and low light locations. In the xeriscape Sansevieria grow happily in a pot or when planted directly in the ground. They add a wonderful accent to any outdoor space, garden or patio. In cooler zones a containerized Sansevieria can be relocated indoors for the winter months.
When you receive your new Sansevieria, there is no need to worry about planting right away. Your new plant can be stored for a while by simply placing it in a tray and moving it to a shady location, simply water when dry. This will give you plenty of time to select the ideal location for your new Sansevieria.

CONTAINER SIZE

All Sansevieria varieties grow very well in containers, indoors or on the patio. Allow enough room for growth generally a 8″ to a 16″ diameter, 10″ deep container will suffice to get started. Remember the looser the roots, the taller and healthier your Sansevieria will be. When the plant becomes root bound its growth will slow, at that point it is time for a larger pot.

SOIL

Sansevieria enjoy a well drained, organic cactus mix easily found at your local box store. Remember try to stay away from wet or mucky soils.

FERTILIZER

To help establish your new Sansevieria, fertilize sparingly a few inches away from the base, tri-annually with a slow time released product. Unfertilized they will tend to grow at a slower pace. Note: The heavy salts in cheaper fertilizers will damage the roots and possibly kill the plant. Its best to use a brand you know and trust.

GROW ZONE & LIGHT

Best outdoors if grown in zone 9b-11, find your zone here. This Sansevieria requires 70-90% sunlight. Depending on your location partial sun is often best. In the northern end of their grow zone Sansevieria should be brought indoors or protected during the winter months. The patio zone is 4b-11 which means the potted plant will flourish over the summer months in colder zones but must be brought inside before winter.

BEFORE YOU PLANT OUTDOORS

At the nursery these Sansevieria are grown under 20-40% shade cloth. If you plant this Sansevieria in a brightly lit area you may experience leaf burn. It is best to acclimate this plant to its environment by keeping it outside and slowly moving it into a sunny area over a week or two to avoid stress before planting.

WHAT IS THE SHIPPING SIZE

All Sansevieria for sale will vary in size. In the spring, plants are often smaller than plants shipped in the fall. Plants designated with a sku ending in -4, -6 or -8 will arrive in a standard 4 inch, 6 inch or 8 inch round growers pot respectively. Our new, reusable, recyclable deep plugs are 7 or 9 inches deep and 2 or 2.5 inches in width. Products growing in these pots are easy to transplant and allow for deeper roots and faster growth, they are designated with a sku ending in -7 or -9. (Note: The item sku number can be found just below the buy button.) The color and style of these pots may vary. If we are out of a particular size item, we may ship a larger size at no additional charge. For more information, click the “best packaging” link at the bottom of this page.