Snake Plant Thick Yellow Edge (Sansevieria trifasciata 'Black Gold')

Snake Plant Thick Yellow Edge (Sansevieria trifasciata 'Black Gold')

The snake plant also known as the Mother In-Laws Tongue, has an interesting form with a load of character. As an easy and hardy plant, it makes the perfect plant for the beginner gardener. It has sword-like leaves with a pointy nature. Being capable of growing in a range of space the Snake Plant can grow in a range of planters from small to large. It makes them the perfect plant for tables, shelves and floors.

*As plants are natural products, form, pattern and colour will vary slightly.

Plant pairings

Pot size guide (mm)

This is a general guide of the size we offer:

Size 1   70mm - 100mm pot

Size 2  110mm-130mm pot

Size 3  140mm - 180mm pot

Size 4  200mm pot

Size 5  250mm pot

Size 6  300mm pot

Size 7  350mm pot

Size 8  400mm pot

Skill level

Easy

Alternative names

African spear, Spear Sansevieria

Care

LIGHT
Prefers bright light but can adapt to low light

WATER
Snake plants can survive long periods without water. Keep moist over the warmer months. Reduce watering in the cooler months and allow the plant to dry longer between watering. Can adapt to drier conditions.

NUTRIENTS
Feed with slow-release fertiliser once every month (refers to packaging for dosage). In the warmer months, feed twice with a liquid fertiliser.

IDEAL TEMPERATURE
Cool to warm.