Snake Plant Troubleshooting | Brown Spots, Brown Leaves, Falling Over, & MORE!

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This video will explain all of the different things that can go wrong with your snake plant! This easy-to-care-for houseplant is a beginner plant, but that doesn't mean that it will never have a bad day... So from leaves falling over, drooping, or dying, or brown spots, brown tips, dead leaves, or broken leaves, it's all covered! Let's get your snake plant on the road to recovery!
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Snake Plant Troubleshooting, Sansevieria trifasciata, Sansevieria care, Snake Plant Brown Spots, Snake Plant Brown tips, Snake Plant Broken Leaves, Snake Plant Drooping Leaves, Snake Plant Dead Leaves, Snake Plant Falling Over

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  • @thegirlwithashovel
    @thegirlwithashovel Жыл бұрын

    Let me know if you want to see more videos like this one! (What sick plants really look like & how to fix it!)

  • @rjgamble2551

    @rjgamble2551

    Жыл бұрын

    I sure do!! Love the content!!

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks RJ!

  • @loresemorgan1787

    @loresemorgan1787

    Жыл бұрын

    Nice to know

  • @LboRST2800

    @LboRST2800

    Жыл бұрын

    Monstera n pothos next

  • @joaniuele7933

    @joaniuele7933

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, please. I have a tubular plant with one tube as hard as a rock and dark brown. Can this be fixed or saved?

  • @mitchellgordo
    @mitchellgordo Жыл бұрын

    So informative, very helpful. Keep doing what you’re doing!

  • @marymorgante8963
    @marymorgante896310 ай бұрын

    Omg . Everything you said is exactly what I have with my plant . Thank you .

  • @TheQueensWish
    @TheQueensWish Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this comprehensive video on snake plant troubleshooting and care tips. I live in south TX and have many types to care for.

  • @SlavicGuitar
    @SlavicGuitar6 ай бұрын

    Very helpful video, thank you!

  • @adelinelamkin
    @adelinelamkin Жыл бұрын

    This really helped me. When the leaves would die I couldn't tell if it was too dry or too wet. Thank you❤️❤️

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help! 😊

  • @Jean-ni6of

    @Jean-ni6of

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@thegirlwithashovel 2 That's not a help

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Jean-ni6of ??

  • @katyhahn1070
    @katyhahn1070Ай бұрын

    Really enjoyed your video. Very informative, easy to understand and love the sense of humor.

  • @placesandfaces268
    @placesandfaces268 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing informative vlog on snake plant

  • @luwellalemanski3976
    @luwellalemanski3976 Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous job very informative

  • @Lakaa
    @LakaaАй бұрын

    Perfect, just what i needed!

  • @monikaburdon8793
    @monikaburdon87937 ай бұрын

    thank you, you are so practical and informative, it’s normally very hard to get precise information on plant troubles. Many thanks,🙂🇬🇧💐

  • @christine.gagnon
    @christine.gagnon Жыл бұрын

    This video is exactly what I was looking for, so I just subscribed. 😊 The issue my plant has is leaves leaning over. Now I know what to do about it.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yay!!! I'm happy to hear this video helped you! Go snake plants! 🥳

  • @sharonchavez9151
    @sharonchavez91515 ай бұрын

    I enjoy your videos very much,thank you for sharing and helping me with my snake plants. I love these plants so much and you sure have helped me to save alot of them too.😊 please keep them coming hun

  • @user-gv1sy4zj1v
    @user-gv1sy4zj1v9 ай бұрын

    Thank you we loved it

  • @princepalmer3329
    @princepalmer332910 ай бұрын

    This is the most informative and helpful vidio about Snake plant issues that i have seen here on utube. Thanks so much. Mine has drooped and i thought it was underwatered as i forgot i had put it downstairs in the bedroom window and hadnt watered it for yonks. Now i know its coz of the roots. I already knew that it was lacking in roots from when i split it into 2 plants but did not know that was wht it had drooped so thanks so much. You now defo have a new subscriber in me.xx

  • @KawiiLtn
    @KawiiLtn23 күн бұрын

    Thank you for the video 😊🙏🏻

  • @laurajoli576
    @laurajoli576 Жыл бұрын

    Super helpful, this information is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I'm glad it helped!

  • @johnlewis9745

    @johnlewis9745

    10 ай бұрын

    Enjoyed your video and learned a great deal. Thank you. Is there any way to coax my sanseveria to send up pups ?

  • @amelialarson3302
    @amelialarson3302 Жыл бұрын

    This was really helpful!

  • @patricia19551
    @patricia19551 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this great Infor.,

  • @shaazyyy
    @shaazyyy10 ай бұрын

    Thank you, exactly what I was looking at

  • @evelynwarner7741
    @evelynwarner7741 Жыл бұрын

    thank you this was very helpful mine just fall over now i know bless you thanks again

  • @loriboufford6342
    @loriboufford63428 ай бұрын

    Good showing of the bubbly leaf

  • @liz-jw8mv
    @liz-jw8mvАй бұрын

    Thank you ... very informative

  • @KMLiew
    @KMLiew Жыл бұрын

    thanks for the tips. having small brown spots...now i know..

  • @sansevieria1018
    @sansevieria1018 Жыл бұрын

    Nice! Thank you for sharing the tips. That is a very tall trifasciata 'Laurentii' beside you.

  • @linochka2011
    @linochka201111 ай бұрын

    So helpful

  • @chelsedaniels3956
    @chelsedaniels3956 Жыл бұрын

    i just lost my baby at 9 weeks and i put the baby in a pot with my snake plant i have never had one before i have lost 7 babies and so now i got a plant that had 6 plants in one and the leafs had alot of browning and i am been watching like every video i can find to make sure my plant never died at least i can still be a good mom that way the baby gives the plant life and so ill alwaays have apart of my baby with us so thank you for making this to make sure my babies plant gets all the help it can get i have to focus on the positives idk why i wrote this

  • @sandrarosen4179
    @sandrarosen41795 ай бұрын

    This was the best video with all info I needed to safe my snackplant. I have the over watering issue…🙈 Thanks!!

  • @MathiaClan
    @MathiaClan6 ай бұрын

    Well this makes me happy I rescued these plants. Their planter is HUGE and the soil is so wet and packed. Now I know how to let them flourish

  • @PhuongTran-pg4ui
    @PhuongTran-pg4ui Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, your clip helped me understand more. I had a beautiful pot of it plants, but I think I over watered it.

  • @lavettewaters7881
    @lavettewaters7881 Жыл бұрын

    thank you for sharing

  • @placesandfaces268
    @placesandfaces268 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing

  • @lisamiller2087
    @lisamiller208710 ай бұрын

    Thanks 🙏🏿 love 💕 it

  • @jonathanmunar3005
    @jonathanmunar3005 Жыл бұрын

    At last an expert in snakeplant

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Haha! I try... 😆

  • @laketafinley8251
    @laketafinley82514 ай бұрын

    Omg I have my first snake plant (actually first plant period) and it appears to be dying from overwatering. This video was very easy to follow since you also show what each issue looks like. Thank you 🙏🏽 hopefully I can save her.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    4 ай бұрын

    Good luck with your snake plant! And on your plant journey!

  • @merius1000
    @merius1000 Жыл бұрын

    Thank goodness it’s overwatering on mines. Thought it was a plague. That’s my issue. I panic and I over water. Mine looked very squishy but it’s weird. Cause some leaves are crunchy at the tips and then I have the soggy one 😂. I guess I watered it too much from one section. Thank you so much for your tips. Love your content.

  • @luigi4628
    @luigi4628 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you :)

  • @lukelucy1980
    @lukelucy19802 ай бұрын

    excellent

  • @nathaliep5701
    @nathaliep5701 Жыл бұрын

    I'm having some of these issues with a laurentii also. I've repotted into a smaller pot. I'm experimenting with a piece just in water to help build the roots. Fingers crossed lol

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Nathalie! That sounds like a great plan! I took cuttings from my piece with stem rot... It's in water now. Let me know how yours turns out! Good luck! 😊

  • @carmenduff4938
    @carmenduff49386 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the informtion I like see more video Iike to know why the leaves turn brown

  • @judiroth7855
    @judiroth7855 Жыл бұрын

    Yes, please, more help with unhappy plants. 👏👏👏🌈🌈

  • @andishesarmad5637
    @andishesarmad563711 ай бұрын

    this was the most helpful video on KZread on snake plants... seriously.... I had 2 of those issues but also my roots are too long so I have to use a bigger pot and eventually most of the leaves die in the soil and don't make it to the top ... it's like a survival contest out here and don't know what to do about it

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    11 ай бұрын

    If the young leaves are dying in the soil it's a combination of the snake plants being buried too low in the soil (you can just remove the topsoil until your roots are just barely underground). And then you might be overwatering if your new growth is dying because it's too wet in the soil. I can't fully tell without pictures but that's what it sounds like is happening... 😊

  • @andishesarmad5637

    @andishesarmad5637

    11 ай бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovel thanks for the response . keep up the good work :)

  • @artisticagi
    @artisticagi5 ай бұрын

    1:35 snake plants like to be roof bound aka the pot is small and just barely covers the plant 2:25 brown spots is from overwatering 7:52 crispy and brown means too dry 8:14 will also look a little shriveled

  • @Sixbranches
    @Sixbranches Жыл бұрын

    Yes would love more east to understand and shown examples!

  • @hollyjoy3192
    @hollyjoy3192 Жыл бұрын

    I saw an Ap ad for using milk to treat snake plant, but can’t find anywhere. Would love to see video on remedies and restoration. Thanks , your video explained my plants issues perfectly.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes I've seen the ads for this app as well. I would never encourage adding anything from your kitchen other than cinnamon. All this milk, banana peels, etc. can actually cause bacterial and fungal issues in your soil (because it isn't composted yet, so food scraps naturally need these bacteria to break down the nutrients for the plants). So just be careful when you see these "miracle fixes" lol! I should do a test video with all these "hacks" haha!

  • @mattlongsports
    @mattlongsports6 ай бұрын

    If you need more root growth phosphorus (the middle number on the fertilizer) is what help promote the root growth in plants.

  • @camm5245
    @camm524518 күн бұрын

    I had no idea they liked to be root bound! Gotta un-re-pot my snake plant now haha

  • @judiroth7855
    @judiroth7855 Жыл бұрын

    Just discovered you👏🌈❤️👍⭐️. Just what I need - perfect. Subscribed. Many thanks. ❤️

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @CatapultCarnage
    @CatapultCarnage11 ай бұрын

    Can I use a regular general use indoor plant soil? I've added a product called lava lite to the base of the terracotta pots, it's like little white pebbles. It's supposed to be for moisture control I have the tips of my leaves curling in. I think they got too much sunlight on the window. Apologies for the rambling comment lol

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    11 ай бұрын

    It sounds like lava lite is like a perlite? If so then it should be mixed throughout the soil and not just placed at the bottom. You can use general indoor plant soil if there is enough drainage that it dries out every week or so. If your soil stays in the "wet" range for more than a week then it could cause root rot. And problems with the leaf tips is usually humidity related, which being in hot, direct sunlight indoors could dry it out too much so you're probably right there... Good luck! 😊

  • @RAZASHARP
    @RAZASHARP Жыл бұрын

    GREAT VIDEO!!! Thank you!!! Oooo and beautiful 🦷🦷🦷🦷🔥❤️🖤

  • @maryMartinez1813
    @maryMartinez1813 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your time, now I know.😆😆

  • @misschoop2
    @misschoop2 Жыл бұрын

    I'm having issues with an Aloe Vera plant our neighbor gave us... I tried a new well draining pot, put it in a West facing window sill, it seemed to be getting too hot, so I backed it up a little and put on a table by the window. But its looking really dark... and not happy haha. I'd love a trouble shooting video for Aloe Vera! :)

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Crystal! I'll have to get one recorded for you! In the meantime, feel free to post some pictures in the Facebook group!

  • @judiroth7855
    @judiroth7855 Жыл бұрын

    I just cut off a leaf it was turning brownish and was not hard, but turning kind of soft. I guess this is from overwatering? Thanks for this great video👏👏👏👏❤️

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep. Soft brown is too much water. ☺️

  • @simplywicked
    @simplywicked Жыл бұрын

    I recently got snake plant about 6 month's ago. It did have a bit of damage and the company said it would be fine and fix itself. I gave it water for the 2nd time and where it was damaged bent over. So upset over that. I did cut a small piece off and it in water so I'm hoping it roots good. Hopefully I can save something from piece. There is a 2 inch piece still sticking out of the soil thats good and healthy. So I hope she keeps growing.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds like you're doing the right thing with what you've got. Good luck! I hope it recovers! 😊

  • @simplywicked

    @simplywicked

    Жыл бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovel thank you

  • @zahidmehmood5637
    @zahidmehmood5637 Жыл бұрын

    Sister my snake plant also burnu in ☀ sun light. You told good techniques. So sweet 💋 from Pakistan

  • @colleenew3351
    @colleenew33512 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video. I was having the problem of the sagging leaves, when I checked, the leaf was damp and yellowish-brown. I also had it in a big pot where my hand could fit from the rim to plant. My room probably not the best place for it. Even though it has great lighting it tends to be very cool. I really want to keep it indoors, but for now I will be moving it to my balcony, hopefully it will do better out there. I have lost a couple leaves from the sagging. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    2 ай бұрын

    I would repot it into a smaller pot. 😊

  • @Anythinganywherewithgaurav
    @Anythinganywherewithgaurav Жыл бұрын

    Overall knowledge of snake plant is awesome But the entire video i just watched your beautiful blue eyes❤

  • @MiscellaneousMichelle
    @MiscellaneousMichelle Жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @TheSoilandGreen
    @TheSoilandGreen2 ай бұрын

    Wick system is the best way to keep snake plants alive.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    2 ай бұрын

    I'm assuming you're meaning a self watering pot system? Yes, I have several and they are amazing! ❤️

  • @thetrickster4526
    @thetrickster4526 Жыл бұрын

    Can I use fertilizer which is used for crops in my indoor plants like snake plants, arrowhead plant,iron cast plants?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    The main problem with crop fertilizer is it is usually a lot stronger than indoor plant fertilizer (for several different reasons). It's sometimes also less composted (aka smells worse) than indoor fertilizers. It is possible to use it, but make sure that you do some calculations to dilute it to about a 5 or less. Most indoor fertilizers are somewhere between a strength of 1 to 3 for each of the compounds. Hope this helps!

  • @goldiemontesano7237
    @goldiemontesano7237 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Quick question, I just ordered my snake plant and one of the leaves are sagging but has beautiful coloration so it doesn't seem to be dead, will it eventually straighten up or should I cut it off?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    It most likely won't ever straighten up. If it's sagging, then it's either got root rot at some point, or it has been damaged. Unless it's just a root problem as in it doesn't have enough roots yet holding it up. Then you just need to stake it up until it's grown enough roots. 😊

  • @griselcruz6732
    @griselcruz6732 Жыл бұрын

    This was great. My snake plant leaves are are super thin. I have some new growth but the majority of the leaves are just thin and leaning. Is there a way to save it?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Are they leaning because of a lack of roots? Or are they overwatered?

  • @colleenew3351
    @colleenew33512 ай бұрын

    What is the best soil for indoor plants. I have pretty much sworn off Miracle Gro. Thanks

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    2 ай бұрын

    Check out my video here for a home-made soil. Then you can tailor it to the ingredients you want! kzread.info/dash/bejne/dXtsu9Kvj5u7k7w.html

  • @mariepatterson7804
    @mariepatterson78048 ай бұрын

    Never had any luck with water propagation 😢

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    8 ай бұрын

    Usually that's because you don't leave it out to dry enough. Try leaving the cutting out for several days before putting it in water. 😊

  • @cherie7100
    @cherie7100 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, I had mine growing in water and the leaves started to go yellow from the bottom up. 1/4 of the leaf was like this, but has since gone translucent. I have put it into dry soil to help it dry out. The roots are bright orange and there were some new ones coming through. Should I cut off the damage or leave it in soil?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    If the roots are coming out of the damaged leaves and aren't black, then I would say leave it. If the roots attached to these leaves are mushy or black, however, then definitely cut it off and propagate the green portion. 😊

  • @aliceking2932
    @aliceking2932 Жыл бұрын

    I've had them before and they turn brown. Do u put them close to window? My house is drafted. In winter where to put them. I love plants but not good with them. I either water to much, not enough light or sun, etc what am I doing wrong where to put them.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    In the summer if you don't have high humidity, then keep them away from south facing windows. East or west could be fine as long as it doesn't get too hot in the afternoons. In winter you can place them in more sun because it won't be as hot. If they are a dry crispy brown, then you are either not watering them enough or they are in too much sun (or both). If it gets a dark mushy brown then it is too much water & not enough light. Hope that helps! 😊

  • @TheMarylPizz
    @TheMarylPizz Жыл бұрын

    Hi! thank you for your video! I have brown spots on my Sansevieria, one was making the leave became all dry. I guess that's a fungi infection...could you please give us some instruction how you would operate on this problem? I already prepared and sprayed water with baking soda powder and dish soap...waiting for it to make something, but other than this I don't really know what to do. Thank you!!

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    If it's a fungal spot, the only thing you can do is spray with a fungicide. The brown spots won't go away (unless it's a rust) because the tissue is already dead, but it should stop the spread and you can trim off the parts that are affected. Make sure to disinfect your tools and keep the soil on the dry side. Hope this helps! ☺️

  • @TheMarylPizz

    @TheMarylPizz

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@thegirlwithashovel Thank you! In the end I sprayed a bit more with the preparation I did, I couldn't buy a fungicide. I then trimmed the affected parts off and moved the plant to another room. Probably, it was not good to leave it above the heater.

  • @MsDoctrove
    @MsDoctrove Жыл бұрын

    My snake plant is currently on life support..Help.. first off I realize from your video the pot was too big as my hands fully went all around. What soil mixture do you recommend? I'm going to start over with what I have left. I took them out, cut in a v and waiting for the cut part to dry a little. I was told that's best before replanting...help🙏🏾

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Use a succulent and cactus mix. Something light. Are you removing the roots? Is that what you mean by cutting in a v? If this is the case and you're wanting to propagate it, I would water propagate. Much better success rates than soil propagation for snake plant leaves. 😊

  • @imagemaker8268
    @imagemaker8268 Жыл бұрын

    I just proprogated a snake plant leaf into a small clay pot and only water when completely dry. It grew 3 leaves. Now the biggest leaf (original leaf) tip has turned yellow 😮. Not sure if I am under watering it or overwatering 🤷🏽‍♀️? It gets indirect light. Should I cut off the tip? Help!

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    It's hard to tell without seeing it, but is it mushy? Or crinkled? Mushy is overwatered and crinkled/wrinkled is underwatered. I would also check your water supply. Sometimes high levels of chlorine from tap water can cause leaf tips to turn yellow as well... I hope this helps! 😊

  • @judiroth7855
    @judiroth7855 Жыл бұрын

    Help - heist as cactus trouble shooting. Please.

  • @dreamweaver2u
    @dreamweaver2u14 күн бұрын

    What potting mix is best for a snake plant?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    6 күн бұрын

    Use a cactus and succulent soil mix. Or an indoor potting mix with extra perlite. 👍

  • @cathygreen-jq9mo
    @cathygreen-jq9mo3 ай бұрын

    I have a snake plant the leaves look great but all the roots look rotted and the plant cannot hold itself up in the dirt. How do I revive this plant? Do I let it dry out for a few days then put it in water to propagate please help. Thanks for the

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    3 ай бұрын

    I had a similar problem. If you have enough healthy roots left, repot it into a snug pot with great drainage, prop it up with a stick and let it grow. If not enough roots are left, then cut, dry, and place in water! 😊

  • @BullieDad100
    @BullieDad100 Жыл бұрын

    I have the same type of snake plant as in your excellent video. I got it two years ago. It came in a 9.25 inch growers pot which I transplanted into a 12" clay pot w/succulent soil(Espoma). Plant has been doing great and getting new leaves until today. One of the largest leaves developed brown, wet spots and there was some yellowish discoloration as well. I removed the leaf but I saw online that brown spots that were wet indicated underwatering! I had watered this plant 8 days prior and the soil is checked before I water ever water it. Any suggestions? Thanks for the video!

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Daniel! Sounds like overwatering issues to me. Unless I'm not understanding what you mean by "wet spots". But since you've had it for years and it's just now giving you problems, I would check out the soil. See if there is excess water at the bottom, or maybe dry pockets in the rootball. Or maybe any dying roots... I hope this gives you somewhere to start!

  • @BullieDad100

    @BullieDad100

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the advice! The brown spots are wet. I think the leaf is compromised at those points and plant juices are leaking out. Weird, the rest oft he plant looks great. It has since occurred to me that I have been using water from a local greenhouse. The greenhouse is built over a well and with this well water they add a very diluted fertilizer. They use this to water for their plants and allow customers to bring in containers and take this water home to use. They advertise it as safe to use every watering. I wonder if despite being diluted, the fertilizer may have been a cause?? Thanks again. You have a new subscriber in me.😊

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BullieDad100 the wet brown spots sound like an overwatering issue. Your fertilizer water should be fine. I would check your soil for excess moisture ☺️

  • @BullieDad100

    @BullieDad100

    Жыл бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovelWill do. Thanks again.

  • @donnadunson7344
    @donnadunson73447 ай бұрын

    Can the plant get too big and tall where the leaves can't hold themselves up anymore? I have 2 snake plants, all healthy but one has one leaf that is a tall leaf now falling over. And what do you do when they do grow so tall? Can you cut them back?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    7 ай бұрын

    You can cut them back but they will always have a brown ridge on the cut like a scar. Usually if it's falling over it either doesn't have enough roots to hold it up, or there could be rot at the base, or it could be stretching for more light. I'd inspect your plant and see which one of these is going on for your plant. 😊

  • @modusbee9092
    @modusbee90928 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tips, but I'm ready to give up on snake plants forever. I hardly ever water any of mine and look happy, but as soon as I give them even 1 drip of water - a few leaves will turn to mush and flop over. I've tried repotting and different water sources. I'm stumped.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    8 ай бұрын

    Do they have enough light? The more light they are in, the more water they can take in. As long as they don't get a sunburn. Then make sure you don't let your plants dry out too much or the roots will start shriveling up. Then any water will sit in the soil because it doesn't have any roots left to soak up the water. And then make sure you have a cacti and succulent soil mix with a pot with drainage holes. Maybe even a ceramic pot if you're worried about overwatering. I hope one of those tips is the key to your success! 😊

  • @modusbee9092

    @modusbee9092

    8 ай бұрын

    @thegirlwithashovel oh thank you for the help

  • @mariepatterson7804
    @mariepatterson78048 ай бұрын

    How do you propagate snake plants

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    8 ай бұрын

    I'll have to do a video of this soon! You simply cut a section off, let it dry for a few days (NOT in direct sunlight), and then put it in water. Within a few weeks you should have roots!

  • @shirleyl4944
    @shirleyl49448 ай бұрын

    i cut off the rotted root part, then propagate in soil and water. All my plants got rotten roots again when propagatting in both ways. I have no ideas what i did wrong. the base keep rotting. i have to keep cutting. What did i miss? I am still trying to so hard to save them! One thing I did not do is I did not let the dry out before I put them in soil and water. Is it the reason ?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    8 ай бұрын

    Yes that's definitely the reason. You need to let it dry out for a few days to let the cut seal or else it will rot every time... 🙃

  • @csuchicka5459
    @csuchicka54597 ай бұрын

    How to revive an overwatered snake plant?

  • @eddiebrown9471
    @eddiebrown9471 Жыл бұрын

    I wish you would have shown an example of brown spots

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, unfortunately I didn't have any at the moment. They essentially look like little bloated puffy spots that turn flat and brown with a mushy center, but the thick clear plant skin over the top. I know a picture would be better. Sorry.

  • @velmameave3230
    @velmameave32305 ай бұрын

    My snake plants froze. Is there anyway of saving them?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    5 ай бұрын

    Unfortunately any frozen sections will not recover. I would cut these sections off and see if the root system was saved or if it froze too... (Is it squishy too?) If the root system didn't freeze then your plant might be able to recover. Sorry I don't have better news. 😮‍💨

  • @denisechan8065
    @denisechan8065 Жыл бұрын

    Hello there! Thanks for this video ☺️ I have snake plant moonshine that is growing beautiful, healthy young leaves but has 1 older leave that went yellow and eventually wrinkled up. Could this be natural aging? I have a theory that the soil it came in is poor quality or too tightly packed tgt as she has always been fussy when she has a drink and gets a bit waterlogged even when I leave her to dry thoroughly. I cut off thr leave in the end - is that the right thing to do?Please help 🙏

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Denise! There can be some natural leaf drop of older leaves in new environments especially, but it can also be a sign of stress. I would follow your gut and check out the soil. Maybe repot her in some fresh soil (cactus and succulent type soils are best for indoor snake plants). And yes, cutting off the leaf is fine. Sounds like you're on the right track. Just keep an eye out for any more yellowing leaves! 👀

  • @denisechan8065

    @denisechan8065

    Жыл бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovel thank you so much for your help!

  • @sanitrance
    @sanitrance Жыл бұрын

    I would like some advice if possible. I own a snake Laurentii that I’ve had for about a year, that just came out of the winter seasons since it’s now Spring here. Over the winter, my snake’s leaves became shriveled and wrinkled from I think maybe cold shock? I kept my plants in my room all winter in the corner away from my window with grow lights and warmth but my snake’s leaves still became shriveled and drooped. I watered them as recommended all winter. I’ve recently repotted them in fresh soil about a month ago, checked their roots for root rot but didn’t find any. I did remove a few roots that were a bit shriveled and kinda grayish. Overall, the roots seemed fine. I had to cut off a few leaves that were broken and drooping with brown areas. I’m giving them some indirect bright light, placing outside during the day with some shade and hoping new growth comes and my little guy recovers. I’m just worried they might die. I can only wait around and see

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes it sounds like either cold damage or overwatered. The signs are very similar. Just make sure you are letting the soil lightly dry between watering. And as long as you had good roots, then you should eventually have new growth come up. So unfortunately it's just a waiting game now. Good luck! 😊

  • @sanitrance

    @sanitrance

    Жыл бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovel thank you so much! I'll keep an eye on them, hoping they turn around. :)

  • @richadellsandling5881
    @richadellsandling5881 Жыл бұрын

    Where do you keep the plant..indoors or outdoors

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    I keep mine indoors, but occasionally I'll bring my snake plants outside for the summer. Keep in a shaded location and water frequently, especially in a dry environment! :)

  • @ltgemini1599
    @ltgemini1599Ай бұрын

    Can someone help? For a year, my snake has been in a pot that was too large. Its very tall and was always leaning and separating. (Like in the video) The roots are not very extensive (like in the video) but does have new babies. I finally repotted her yesterday into a smaller pot. But think i can go even smaller....deeper?? I tried to bunch them together while trying to back fill the pot. How much deeper on the blades can I plant her to support its own weight? Orrrr should I prop in a vase with a bit of water? I have plant velcro around it right now. Thank you.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Ай бұрын

    I wouldn't plant it deeper. I would keep it at the original height and prop it up with a stick or pole. After some time in the smaller pot it should grow it's own roots and be able to stay up on its own. 😊

  • @ltgemini1599

    @ltgemini1599

    Ай бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovel I appreciate the reply esp on an older video. Ill plan to give her help this wknd. Thank you.

  • @ILMWANS
    @ILMWANS Жыл бұрын

    Hello. Both my snake plants are bright green, but squishy and drooping. Some tips are brown and a little crunchy. It sounds like they are both over watered and under watered?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    The brown tips aren't deadly to your plants. They're usually a sign of low humidity which is typical indoors. Squishy though... I would cut out the overwatered squishy sections and propagate the healthy sections. Good luck!

  • @debbieanne860
    @debbieanne860 Жыл бұрын

    My snake plant was a gift that came in the mail about a month ago. I keep it indoors. It now has a couple of leaves that are turning yellow and a couple with crisp brown tips. I have not watered it because it has not dried out hardly at all. There is virtually no room around the outer edge for any fingers. Should i divide it into 2 plants? Or go ahead and water it? Im beside myself because i really want this to thrive. Can you help me?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Debbie! So if you've had it for about a month and it still hasn't dried out, then the yellow leaves are from overwatering (aka the soil being wet for too long). You can change this by either repotting with a lighter soil (cactus and succulent soil and perlite), or you can increase the temperature or light so your plant will dry out faster. I wouldn't worry about a larger pot or splitting it until you get the moisture under control. 😊

  • @blancarosello7681
    @blancarosello768129 күн бұрын

    How can you fix the brown leaves

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    28 күн бұрын

    If it's brown and dried up you can cut the brown part off. If it's yellow from overwatering, then you can propagate the green portion. 👍

  • @lydoncassar129
    @lydoncassar12911 ай бұрын

    Hi, thanks for the help, some of the tips of the leaves of my snake plant are really flat and are falling offer and are super flat is it the beginning of browning/overwatered?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    11 ай бұрын

    If it's brown and dry when it's falling off then it's too little water/low humidity 😊

  • @lydoncassar129

    @lydoncassar129

    11 ай бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovel It was directly under my ac, and since its summer time, I just started using it, could that be the issue? Ive had this plant for over a year nad now this is the first time ive seen it have a problem

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    11 ай бұрын

    @@lydoncassar129 that definitely makes sense. Air from A/C and heater units are usually very dry air, so not only does the plant not like the cold draft, but they could also show signs of low humidity in that situation as well.

  • @kingbunny1838
    @kingbunny1838 Жыл бұрын

    Hi! My Snakey is a few years old and grows very slow. Sometimes he leaves crack in the middle of his leaves and he has one or two leaves take off and grow 2 inches over the others. It seems content, but he doesn’t fill out or seem very happy. Any tips to help my baby?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi! So the cracking leaves with the slow growth means he's probably wanting a bit more humidity, as well as more light. You give him both of those and he'll start really taking off for you! ☺️

  • @kingbunny1838

    @kingbunny1838

    Жыл бұрын

    @@thegirlwithashovel thanks from me and my plant!

  • @kaydee3195
    @kaydee3195 Жыл бұрын

    What about slpw griwers that are ten plus years old and very big, but need more help with winter climate as they go dormant a bit here in ny. Anything for senior plants adults plants that don't require very much, growing so big you just want to male offsets to give as gifts? It tends to like forcing as far as a little low intake in winter of water and food. This fixed my orchid cactus as well that is an old girl and refuses to bloom where kt os now in a different house. Used to be on a terrace in summer amd went crazy. Like a weed. Hoping to give it thst this season with so little frost we have gotten. But do tell me if monsters like this yin wood type of plant have hope or will continue to turn into a jungle in our house.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Kay! I'm not sure what your question is... It sounds like you plant is growing just fine. Please clarify 😊

  • @Cherry-np6yb
    @Cherry-np6yb Жыл бұрын

    My snake plant is dying. Please help! I pulled it and its soggy at the bottom and i cut it off and replant and still the same. I even tried it on the water and still not working, still soggy.

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you leave it out to let the cut seal? It needs to get a good seal or else it will just rot in the water...

  • @pegpowell2486
    @pegpowell2486 Жыл бұрын

    Is curling leaves a sign of under watering?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Usually. But people mean different things when they say curly. The best bet is to see if it's squishy like a sponge, or does it have the crinkle marks like an empty cactus? Maybe even crispy on the end? I hope this helps! :)

  • @Plantsbaby61
    @Plantsbaby6111 ай бұрын

    My cylindrical snake plant got underwatered and too much sun.i saved it.But the leaves flatterend out .And never went back to a cylindrical shape .its healthy green agaun now But the leaves are flatis thete a eay to fix that

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    11 ай бұрын

    If the leaves are damaged (instead of just dried out) then they won't recover. But as you have healthy new growth you can slowly cut out any damaged leaves. 🙃

  • @virginiadavis24
    @virginiadavis24 Жыл бұрын

    I have a leaf that won’t root? It’s green but no root? What do I do?

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure what situation you are talking about. If it's in soil or if it's in water. If it's in water (I'm assuming), I would look at the end of the leaf and make sure it isn't rotting. But as long as it has a good edge on it, then I'd say just wait. These guys can sometimes take a few months to finally put out some roots.

  • @jaquelinemartinez9151
    @jaquelinemartinez9151 Жыл бұрын

    my snake plant has some leaves with brown that have some like sticky liquid coming from them, is it over watering? I don’t water everyday

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Sticky liquid usually means insect presence, either spider mites, aphids, or scale (the most common ones... Does that help?!

  • @greenlife5183

    @greenlife5183

    Жыл бұрын

    same is happening with my snake plant

  • @joellacecil7474
    @joellacecil74744 ай бұрын

    Do I cut off all the brown

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    4 ай бұрын

    If it's brown it's optional. If it's mushy black or yellow, then you'll need to! 😜

  • @ervinaranda2541
    @ervinaranda2541 Жыл бұрын

    l Love you !!

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @SuperMattymattmatt
    @SuperMattymattmatt2 ай бұрын

    Hey what about if your leaves lost all the green and turned white, I left it out in the sun for a few days and now it’s completely white

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    2 ай бұрын

    That means it's sunburnt. Really sunburnt.

  • @SuperMattymattmatt

    @SuperMattymattmatt

    2 ай бұрын

    Can it be saved

  • @virginiakirby3861
    @virginiakirby3861 Жыл бұрын

    my split leaf plant is not getting new babies whats wrong

  • @thegirlwithashovel

    @thegirlwithashovel

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure what you're referring to with "split leaf plant". Are you talking about a monstera deliciosa?

  • @xtezztrc.tomlinson
    @xtezztrc.tomlinson11 ай бұрын

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