a.k.a Dracaena trifasciata, Mother-in-law's tongue, Saint George's sword & many others!
Snake plants are extremely easy to care for, propagate, and re-pot! The key is to let your plant get slightly root bound.
How to Know When It's Time
If you see roots coming out of the bottom of your pot, it's time. Snake plants love to be root bound but they also love to grow and spread their roots. Another sign: wilting soon after watering. I noticed I needed to water mine more often, and I knew it had been about 3 years since I started this pot from a single clipping.
Step 1 — Choose Your New Pot
Choose a pot that is about 2 inches wider than the current one. I chose a 12" terra cotta pot for good drainage (and I LOVE terra cotta ☺)
Step 2 — Remove the Plant
Gently wiggle the plant out of its current pot. It should all hold together if it's root bound. I really had to use some muscle to get mine out — it was definitely time for a re-homing!
Step 3 — Prep the New Pot
Add a few rocks at the bottom for drainage, then add enough soil so the top of the plant will sit at the same level it was in the previous pot.
Step 4 — Loosen the Roots
Loosen the roots just a little bit. Take notice of the orange roots — isn't that amazing? The orange color is totally normal. I'll admit I was shocked at first!
Step 5 — Plant & Enjoy
Place your plant in its new pot and pack with good quality, free-draining soil. Now watch this baby grow and repot again in a few years!
