Sansevieria Hahnii is a popular, compact Bird’s Nest Snake Plant. The dark, glossy leaves are funnel shaped and form an elegant rosette of lush succulent foliage with horizontal grey-green variegation. Sansevieria will adapt to different light levels, however the colours are enhanced in bright, filtered conditions.These are robust, stocky plants. Perfect if you’re looking for a Sansevieria with all their easy-care qualities, but don’t have the space for one of the taller varieties.
Bird’s Nest Care
Sansevieria Trifasciata 'hahnii'
What is the plant
humidity
Dry
lighting
Part sun and part shade
temperature
min 13°C
hardiness zone
9 - 11
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
A bird’s nest fern is a legitimate plant of a tropics. As a natural jungle plant, they require moist soil that is rich in nutrients. Water your bird’s nest regularly, but avoid soggy soil. Too much-standing water in a pot can lead to root rot which will eventually cause plant death.
Pruning
Houseplants should typically be pruned at the beginning of the growing season, which is late winter or early spring for many varieties.
Fertilizer
Use slow-release fertilizer for container plants. Avoid using too much fertilizer.
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Sunlight
They can be quite sensitive to too much direct sun, particularly in the afternoon, and will need shade during the hottest parts of the day.
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil.
Temperature
Happy anywhere from 15-23°C and as low as 10°C for short periods.
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Container
Pot should provide ample drainage and room for growth.
Popularity
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