{"product_id":"lovers-snakeskin-plant-fittonia-lovers","title":"Lovers Snakeskin Plant - Fittonia 'Lovers'","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovers Snakeskin Plant (\u003cem\u003eFittonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Lovers') is a tiny, low, spreading foliage plant about 10cm high and up to 50cm wide. A fine white network of veins crosses apple-lime green leaves, giving a light, fresh look. It suits terrariums, hanging pots and indoor gardens, and shady borders in tropical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA white mosaic on apple green.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pale network of veins gives each leaf a delicate, lace-like pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreads without taking over.\u003c\/strong\u003e A low, spreading habit fills a shallow bowl or hanging pot at 10cm tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRight for terrariums.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is neatly sized for glass gardens and for hanging planters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoves a bathroom.\u003c\/strong\u003e It likes warm, humid, bright conditions, but not hot sun, so a bathroom with a window is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Snakeskin plants are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrariums and hanging pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its trailing, spreading habit softens the edge of a hanging pot or fills a terrarium floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBathrooms and bright shelves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it filtered light, a little humidity and a spot out of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShady borders in tropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 30cm apart beneath shrubs, where filtered sunshine keeps the white veining crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Lovers Snakeskin Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in indirect or filtered sunlight to retain leaf colour. It likes it warm, humid and bright, but not in hot sun, and it needs 15°C or above. Outdoors it suits frost-free tropical and subtropical gardens, and elsewhere it is a houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A moisture-retaining soil or a good quality potting mix suits it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly for the first 12 weeks and regularly once established. Mist if the air is dry, and let it dry out a little between waterings. If it wilts, a good soak revives it. Feed every three months with a slow release nitrogen-rich fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning is needed. Pick off any old leaves to keep it tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Lovers Snakeskin Plant as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a very small plant that fits a terrarium or a small pot straight away. Keep it warm and out of direct sun, and it will start to spread as it settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Lovers Snakeskin Plant tube stock comes from our grower, it is not always available, and the tube shows as sold out whenever the grower has none. The notify button on the page emails you the day it is back. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fittonias\"\u003eFittonias and nerve plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003ePlants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Lovers grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 10cm high, spreading up to 50cm wide. Plant 30cm apart if you want it to knit together as a groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnakeskin plants are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, which makes it an easy houseplant for a home with animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat light does it want?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, filtered light without hot sun. Direct sun can fade the leaf colour, so keep it out of the strongest light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790325088575,"sku":"FIT-HYB-LOVERS-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/lovers-snakeskin-plant-fittonia-lovers.jpg?v=1792206481","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/lovers-snakeskin-plant-fittonia-lovers","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}