Honest review: Snake Plant is rewarding but fungus gnats in consistently damp potting compost is real

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Sarah
· October 01, 2024
4 out of 5

Snake Plant is a genuinely satisfying plant to grow, but I want to be upfront about one thing: fungus gnats in consistently damp potting compost. I've dealt with it twice now and it takes consistent attention to manage.

Beyond that, air-purifying properties in enclosed indoor spaces makes it one of my favourites in the collection. I keep it in a bright indirect windowsill away from heating vents which suits it well. Learning about wiping dusty leaves with a damp cloth to improve light absorption has been essential. growth spurt when longer days arrive in spring is worth waiting for — the plant really justifies itself then. Four stars because of that persistent issue.

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