Snake Plants: Buying & Care Guide

Transform your home by adding elegant and resilient snake plants to your living space. Celebrated for their minimal care requirements and remarkable air-purifying abilities, snake plants are a popular choice for enhancing indoor environments.

Our specially curated collection showcases a variety of sSansevieria plants, each boasting a distinctive appeal. From the subtle charm of the Sansevieria Moonshine to the bold, variegated patterns of the Sansevieria Laurentii, our selection is designed to suit a wide array of tastes and decor styles. While Sansevierias are generally toxic to pets if ingested, selecting locations out of reach ensures safety for your plants and furry friends.

This guide is your comprehensive resource for choosing and nurturing your ideal snake plant. Discover the nuances of selecting the perfect variety and learn expert care tips to ensure your snake plant thrives in your home.​

Snake Plants: Benefits

Discover the myriad benefits of incorporating snake plants into your home. These adaptable indoor plants are more than just decorative; they are a top choice for both seasoned plant lovers and beginners.

Air-Purifying Wonders

Snake plants are celebrated for their remarkable ability to purify the air. Known for effectively eliminating toxins such as formaldehyde and benzene, they play a vital role in creating a healthier living environment. Introduce these verdant wonders to your home to enhance the air quality you and your loved ones breathe.

Effortless Care, Maximum Resilience

Ideal for those with busy schedules or new to plant care, snake plants require minimal attention. They thrive even in low-light conditions and are forgiving with irregular watering. Resilient and robust, they withstand less-than-ideal conditions effortlessly, embodying durability and persistence. Whether facing inconsistent light or sporadic care, these tropical plants remain robust, symbolizing resilience and endurance.

Elegant Decorative Addition

Snake plants aren't just functional; they're also aesthetically pleasing. Their striking, upright foliage, available in various hues and patterns, adds an artistic and sophisticated touch to any setting. Their sculptural beauty brings an elegant and timeless charm to your space, making them perfect for enhancing your home's visual appeal.

By adding a snake plant to your collection, you create a beautiful piece of greenery and a functional, air-cleaning companion that's easy to care for and visually stunning.

Snake Plant Varieties: Explore Our Collection​

Our snake plant collection boasts a selection of varieties, each with unique characteristics, sizes, and color variations. Discover the beauty that lies within some of our Sansevieria plants for sale: 

Sansevieria Futura Superba

• Distinctive traits: The Superba Sanke Plant (Sansevieria trifisciata 'Superba') features robust, upright leaves with dark-green centers and yellow edges.
• Level of care: Easy
• Pet-friendliness: Toxic to ingest

Sansevieria Zeylenica

• Distinctive traits: The Superba Sanke Plant (Sansevieria trifisciata 'Zeylanica') boasts sleek, upright foliage with a central green stripe.
• Level of care: Easy
• Pet-friendliness: Toxic to ingest

Variegated Snake Plant

• Distinctive traits: The Sansevieria Laurentii (Sansevieria trifisciata 'Laurentii') has sword-like leaves with distinct variegation, featuring golden-yellow edges.
• Level of care: Easy
• Pet-friendliness: Toxic to ingest

Sansevieria Fernwood

• Distinctive traits: The Sansevieria Fernood (Sansevieria Fernwood Mikado) has unique, slim, and dark-green leaves, and it's considered a rare snake plant variety. 
• Level of care: Easy
• Pet-friendliness: Toxic to ingest

Explore the nuances of each Sansevieria for sale, and select the one that resonates with your taste and complements your living space. Lively Root offers a perfect match for every plant enthusiast.

Snake Plant Care & Maintenance Guide​

Your journey to maintaining a green sanctuary is just a click away - we have a comprehensive care guide on snake plants to help you. Unlock the secrets to fostering a thriving snake plant haven with comprehensive care and maintenance tips tailored to the distinctive needs of Sansevierias:

Watering Schedule

• Frequency: Allow the soil to dry between waterings; overwatering can lead to root rot.

• Indicator: Monitor the soil moisture and adjust watering accordingly.

Snake Plant: Light Requirements

• Light conditions: Snake plants thrive in medium indirect light but can adapt to low and bright light conditions.
• Avoidance: Protect from prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. 

Humidity and Temperature Harmony

• Adaptability: Tolerant to various humidity levels; no specific requirements.
• Temperature range: Prefers temperatures between 70-90°F (21-32°C); can withstand occasional fluctuations.

Soil, Feeding, Repotting, and Propagation 

• Soil &Fertilization: Use a cactus or succulent mix to enhance drainage; feed sparingly during the growing season (spring and summer)
• Repotting: Refresh the soil and repot every 2-3 years or when the snake plant outgrows its current container.
• Propagation: Propagate your snake plants by rooting a leaf cutting in water. Plant when roots are 2 inches long and support the plant with a wooden dowel to train it to stand upright.

Troubleshooting Issues

• Overwatering woes: Address yellowing leaves by adjusting your Snake Plant watering routine.
• Leaf issues: Overfeeding and underwatering can also lead to damaged leaves.
• Cleaning and pruning: Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and prune dead or damaged leaves at the base for a polished appearance.

Style Your Interior With Our Range of Snake Plants​

Buy snake plants and transform your living or working space into a green haven by leveraging their aesthetic allure and versatility. You can integrate a few graceful Sansevierias into your decor. Create mini plant arrangements with starter snake plants or elevate your floor space with striking taller Sansevierias. 

You can mix and match by opting for our curated bundles, such as the Jungle Starter Collection or Feng Shui Money Makers, to enjoy the lucky symbolic meaning of snake plants and other wealth-attracting green beauties. We can arrange local live plant deliveries nationwide. Choose snake plants for sale online if you’re looking for a stylish green companion with a modern look. 

Effortlessly Enhance Your Space, One Snake Plant at a Time!