My snake plant doesn't look the greatest! Soil is moist t...
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My guess is a combo of overwatering and not enough light. Snake plants are like succulents, they're extremely drought tolerant and should only be watered when the soil has completely dried out. When in doubt, it's always best to err on the side of underwatering rather than overwatering. An underwatered plant is an easy fix, and overwatered plant...not so much.
Insufficient light will also contribute to the soil staying damp too long. Snake plants are often labeled (incorrectly) as a "low light plant", but surviving in low light is quite different from thriving. They actually need a lot of sun, even some direct sun is ok. Ideally they should be either right in front of a north or east-facing window or within 3 feet of a south or west-facing window.
The type of soil is also important. Yours looks like it's in some very dense soil, which will compact around the roots when wet. When that happens, it cuts off the roots' oxygen supply and starts to suffocate them. Since snake plants are basically succulents, they need a gritty, well-draining soil. Something like half cactus soil and half perlite or pumice is a great choice.
Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions 🤗
Insufficient light will also contribute to the soil staying damp too long. Snake plants are often labeled (incorrectly) as a "low light plant", but surviving in low light is quite different from thriving. They actually need a lot of sun, even some direct sun is ok. Ideally they should be either right in front of a north or east-facing window or within 3 feet of a south or west-facing window.
The type of soil is also important. Yours looks like it's in some very dense soil, which will compact around the roots when wet. When that happens, it cuts off the roots' oxygen supply and starts to suffocate them. Since snake plants are basically succulents, they need a gritty, well-draining soil. Something like half cactus soil and half perlite or pumice is a great choice.
Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions 🤗
@SwellWhitefir96 I think “having a green thumb “ is a myth. It’s something we have to practice and learn! You’re in the right place. Like @stephonicle mentioned, let that soil dry out. I have my snake plants in a very well draining soil (1/3s soil, orchid bark, smd perlite) and still only water them about once a month. I suggest repotting smd trimming off any mushy or black roots. Use a better draining soil, and put in a sunny spot.
I water infrequently and around the edges of the pot instead of directly in the middle of the plant
