Use and Care Manual

PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
Snake plants perform best when the top two inches
of soil are allowed to dry out between waterings.
Water thoroughly with room temperature water
until the soil is well-saturated and water drains from
the holes at the bottom of the pot. Do not pour
water on the leaves. If you choose to keep a saucer
beneath the pot, empty excess water from the
saucer immediately after watering. In areas with
hard tap water or softened water, consider watering
with distilled water or collected rainwater to prevent
salts from building up in the soil.
FEEDING
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Feed your plant monthly during the growing season
with a water-soluble fertilizer such as Cottage Farms'
Carefree Bud-N-Flower Booster (SKU #M7582).
Discontinue fertilizing by September 1st to allow
your plant to prepare for winter. Resume fertilizing
when new growth begins in spring.
RE-POTTINGPRUNING
GROWING OUTDOORS
Though typically grown indoors, snake plants can
be enjoyed outdoors during the warm months if
desired. Place your plant in a protected area with
plenty of sunlight, and move it back indoors before
the temperature drops below 50°F.
When you bring your plant indoors for winter, select
a room with a sunny window. Water sparingly over
winter and remove any dead or unsightly growth as
needed. In spring when the threat of frost has
passed, ease the plant back into a full watering
schedule and move it back outdoors for the summer.
Snake plants make excellent year-round houseplants.
Keep your plants in a sunny room with temperatures
between 55-85°F. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth
periodically to prevent dust build-up. Give the pot a
quarter turn each week to ensure even growth and
prevent its leaves from stretching toward a window
or light source.
CONTINUING CARE (Continued)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Important: Thoroughly hydrate the plant by submersing
the root zone in a container of water for 10 minutes while
you prepare for planting.
Why does my plant have brown leaf tips?
Brown, crispy leaf tips indicate under-watering while
brown, soft leaf tips indicate over-watering.
Where should I place my plant?
Place your plant in a bright, sunny room away from heat
sources, air ducts or drafts. A well-ventilated room with a
south-facing window is ideal. Place the plant within three
feet of a window if possible, and do not allow its leaves to
touch the glass.
We recommend planting your snake plant in a container
and enjoying it indoors. Use the following instructions as
a guide for container planting.
Fill the container with soil to within 4 inches of the
top. Remove the pot and prepare the root ball for
planting by gently disturbing the surface roots with
your fingers, fork or gardening tool and pruning any
damaged roots. Dig a hole in the soil to insert the
lower part of the root ball.
Once the plant is properly positioned in the pot,
begin filling the pot with soil. Work the soil around
the root ball with your hands, firming the soil
around the plant with your fingers. When the hole is
filled, tamp the soil to remove any air pockets.
Water well and, if necessary, adjust the plant so it is
upright and add additional soil if needed. Check to
be sure the plant is not planted too deeply. If it is,
raise the plant carefully and re-firm the soil.
Remove dead, damaged or unsightly growth as
needed to maintain an attractive appearance. When
pruning your plants, always make a clean cut with
sharp scissors or pruning shears to avoid damaging
the leaves.
Snake plants should be re-potted when the roots
become crowded or begin circling the inside of the
pot. Re-pot the plant into a slightly larger container
and replace its growing medium with fresh potting soil.
GROWING INDOORS
WATERING
CONTINUING CARE
Your plant has been shipped to you in a pot. Please
remove the plant from the packaging right away and plant
as soon as possible following the planting instructions
below. If it is not possible to plant right away, follow these
important steps:
1. Roll the plastic down around the plant and place it in a
sunny location.
2. Keep the plant well watered.
Note: Some leaves may appear wilted or yellow upon
arrival. This is due to the stress of shipping and is nothing
to worry about. Water the plant and let it recover in a shady
location for a few days, then gently remove any foliage that
does not recover to allow for new growth.
SNAKE PLANT
SHIPPED IN A 10-INCH POT.
PLANT SIZE MAY VARY BASED ON GROWING CONDITIONS.
OUT OF THE BOX