One of the most common problems gardeners have is how to tell if snake plants need water. While they certainly aren’t wailing babies, they do need to have their roots well-drained.
It’s important to keep a small spray bottle full of water nearby when pruning. If the greenery is still appearing green after watering, you may want to move it to a larger container.
When watering, make sure to keep the soil damp but not wet. Don’t water down the grass too much or you will find that it starts growing brown.
Examine the leaves
A great way to tell if a snake plant needs water is by checking out its leaves. Like most houseplants, they grow best with some sunlight but in the winter months you might find that it does best in shaded areas.
The tap water that they enjoy is probably too warm for them.
Smell it
The best way to go about finding out if your houseplant needs water is to take it into a glass of water and give it a whiff. A snake plant should have a faint smell of either algae or mildew. If the scent is really faint, that means your snake plant simply needs more water.
Greasy leaves
If they look very greasy, this could mean that the plant is getting too much moisture and that it needs more water.
A good way to check the soil for moisture content is to put a few drops of water on your hand and feel it. If you feel the water has evaporated, then you know that your snake plant requires extra moisture.
If none of these tips help, your snake plant will have tiny white spots on its leaves. These are called “honey dos”. To get rid of honey dos, you just have to lightly water the soil of your plant. This will solve the excess humidity and make the leaves stay moist. You can also try placing a shallow dish of water on your plant and gently keeping it there all day long.
To determine the moisture level in your soil, you will need a soil thermometer. Start by filling up a glass jar with hot tap water.
Place the jar on a flat surface and place the thermometer inside. Take the lid of the jar and move it around to make sure that the temperature level inside the jar is the same all over.
You want the temperature level of the soil to be roughly the same as your plants, since they will typically need about the same amount of moisture.
If you notice any unusual symptoms in your plants such as yellowing leaves or curling leaves, or if you see dead or dying leaves on your plants, then it may mean that there is not enough moisture in the soil.
As you continue to water your plants, you will notice that the turning brown leaves or growing curled brown in the wrong directions.
How Often Does a Snake Plant Need Watering?
I’ve had this question for a long time about how often a snake plant needs watering. The way that I understand it, is if the ground is dry, then it needs to be watered.
There are other factors that go into a plant’s health and their ability to grow. So, maybe watering a snake plant doesn’t need to be done very often. That depends on the species of snake plant it is.
How much water is required?
The biggest thing when it comes to watering a snake plant is the amount of water that it gets. This is important because if they get too much water, it can cause them to drown. On the flip side, if they get too little water, it can also cause the roots of the snake plant to rot.
Like most plants, if they don’t get enough sunlight, they will die. This is why I tell people to put their snake plants in a pot, or a glass enclosure. When they are out in the yard, they should have an even amount of sunlight.
They also need to be watered often, but not to the point where they’re getting too wet.
Consider the soil
Another thing that needs to be watched closely is the soil. In the summertime, it should be slightly moist. What I mean by that is that, if it’s dry, don’t water your plant. You want to avoid making your plants drown. If they start to go into the weeds, then you may need to water more often.
In general, it is important for snake plant owners to pay attention to the watering habits of their snakes. It is especially important to make sure that they are getting proper nutrition. If they are not getting the nutrition that they need, they can easily develop warts on their bodies.
This isn’t something that you want to have to deal with. Remember, always check on the water and make sure that it is not too dry.
Watch your snake plant closely
One of the best ways to determine the frequency of watering your snake plant is by simply keeping an eye on it. For one thing, if you notice that its leaves are becoming yellow, then you should water it more often.
On the other hand, if you notice that it is losing its leaves, then you shouldn’t water it at all.
Observe your snake as well. Learn what patterns it likes to follow. Once you understand what it is doing, you will know when it needs to be fed.
Conclusion
These are just a few things to keep in mind when it comes to snake watering. Remember, you should always check on the water and make sure that it is not too dry.
Also, pay close attention to the watering habits of your snake so that you can provide them with the proper care. Follow these guidelines, and you’ll find that your snake plants will be happier and healthier.
