Maintenance methods of tiger skin orchid in winter

Sansevieria , also known as Tiger Tail Orchid, is a popular foliage plant that many people like to grow at home. However, due to insufficient understanding of its growth habits, many people have difficulty in properly caring for Sansevieria in winter, resulting in the death of the plant, which is very regrettable. Let’s learn how to care for Sansevieria in winter.

1. Ensure sufficient sunlight

Tiger Piranha is not a shade-loving plant, but a sun-loving plant. In an environment lacking sunlight, the growth rate of Tiger Pira will be affected. To promote the growth of Tiger Pira, you can take advantage of the soft winter sunlight and place it near the window to get more light.

2. Prevent frost damage

As a tropical plant, Tiger Piranha is very sensitive to cold. Therefore, during winter maintenance, measures must be taken to prevent frost damage. Sansevieria should not be kept in an environment below 10℃ for a long time to avoid frostbite. It is recommended to keep the ambient temperature no lower than 5°C to avoid plant death.

3. Apply fertilizer at the right time

Some snake plant caregivers may not apply fertilizer for many years, which is wrong. Tiger skin orchid likes fertilizer. Appropriate fertilization can promote its rapid growth, enhance its resistance to stress and reduce the risk of disease.

IV. Precautions

Avoid excessive watering

The leaves of Tiger Pira are fleshy and contain a lot of water. Therefore, it does not have a high demand for water and is more afraid of waterlogging. The temperature is low in winter, water evaporates slowly, and excessive watering can easily lead to root rot.

Avoid 2: Avoid changing pots in winter

Although it may be necessary to switch to a larger pot as the snake plant grows, this should be avoided in the winter. Because the growth metabolism of Sansevieria slows down in winter and its adaptability decreases, it is not easy to recover by repotting at this time. It is recommended to wait until spring.

Avoid winter breeding

Tiger Piranha can be propagated by cuttings or divisions, but it is not recommended in winter. In winter, the rooting speed of Sansevieria is slow and it is difficult for cuttings to survive. In contrast, cell activity is high in summer, rooting speed is fast, and the reproduction survival rate is higher.

In summary, Sansevieria is a relatively easy plant to care for, and the biggest challenge is how to keep it safe through the winter. As long as you follow the above maintenance tips, you can ensure that the snake plant grows healthily and remains green all year round.