The Silver Night Garden
Moonshine Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata ‘Moonshine’
- Light
- Bright, lightly shaded position; lower light tolerated.
- Water
- Let the mix dry out; empty the saucer after watering.
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Snake plants | Botanical Encyclopedia
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Snake Plant Foundation
Snake Plant: Core Care
Dracaena trifasciata
- Light
- Bright, lightly shaded position; lower light tolerated.
- Water
- Allow the mix to dry; avoid standing water.
The Solitary Fin
Whale Fin Snake Plant
Dracaena masoniana
- Light
- Bright filtered light; protect from harsh midday sun.
- Water
- Let the mix dry before watering; drain completely.
The Gilded Sentinels
Laurentii Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata ‘Laurentii’
- Light
- Bright, lightly shaded indoor light; protect established leaves from harsh midday sun.
- Watering
- Let the potting mix dry, then water the mix and empty the saucer.
The Nest Observatory
Bird’s Nest Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata ‘Hahnii’
- Light
- Bright, lightly shaded indoor light; protect established leaves from harsh midday sun.
- Watering
- Let the potting mix dry, then water the mix and empty the saucer.
The Compact Citadel
Futura Robusta Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata ‘Futura Robusta’
- Light
- Bright, lightly shaded indoor light; protect established leaves from harsh midday sun.
- Watering
- Let the potting mix dry, then water the mix and empty the saucer.
The Turning Rosette
Twisted Sister Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata ‘Twisted Sister’
- Light
- Bright, lightly shaded indoor light; protect established leaves from harsh midday sun.
- Watering
- Let the potting mix dry, then water the mix and empty the saucer.
The Ivory Sail
Variegated Whale Fin Snake Plant
Dracaena masoniana - variegated form
- Light
- Bright indirect light.
- Watering
- Let the mix dry before watering.
The Amber Lantern
Golden Flame Snake Plant
Dracaena - sold as Golden Flame
- Light
- Bright light with protection from strong midday sun.
- Watering
- Let the mix dry before watering.
The Braided Gilt Folio
Gold Twist Snake Plant
Dracaena - sold as Gold Twist
- Light
- Bright, lightly shaded placement.
- Watering
- Let the mix dry.
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