How to Grow Snake Plants in Water Without Soil
Clean water and consistency are the ley to success. You’ll want to refresh the water every week or so, especially in the early stages.
If the water turns cloudy or starts to smell off, don’t wait, rinse the jar and rocks and refill with filtered water. Snake plants may be tough, but stagnant water will still do them in.
Fertilizing isn’t necessary for the first few months, and if you do feed them later, go very lightly. A tiny drop of liquid houseplant fertilizer every few weeks is enough. Overdoing it can actually damage the new roots.
Also, be prepared to wait. It’s not a fast-growing method. You may stare at that jar for weeks before seeing any action but when roots finally emerge, it’s a thrill every time.
And here’s a pro tip, if you ever see algae building up on the glass or around the rocks, switch to a darker container or move it a little farther from direct sun. Snake plants love light, but their water setup doesn’t.
