{"product_id":"starlight-snakeskin-plant-fittonia-starlight","title":"Starlight Snakeskin Plant - Fittonia 'Starlight'","description":"\u003cp\u003eStarlight Snakeskin Plant (\u003cem\u003eFittonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Starlight') is a tiny, low foliage plant about 15cm high that spreads to 30 to 60cm wide. Its dark green leaves carry a mosaic of white markings, more than other snakeskin plants, which gives the pot a sparkling, bright look. It is made for terrariums, tabletops and shaded spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe whitest markings.\u003c\/strong\u003e White mosaic patterning over dark green gives more contrast than other varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and spreading.\u003c\/strong\u003e A low habit with a slight spread suits small pots and terrariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrives out of the sun.\u003c\/strong\u003e It prefers a spot out of direct sunlight, so it suits rooms with filtered light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to keep fresh.\u003c\/strong\u003e A regular water spritz keeps the leaves clean and healthy.\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 tabletops.\u003c\/strong\u003e The white markings stand out against dark green, which makes a small terrarium look bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded pots and shelves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a bright spot with indirect light and keep it out of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderplanting in warm gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 30cm apart beneath shrubs in a frost-free, shaded subtropical or tropical garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Starlight 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 needs 15°C or above, so outdoors it suits frost-free tropical and subtropical gardens, and elsewhere it belongs indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It prefers moisture-retaining soil or a good quality potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the first 12 weeks and regularly once established. Mist when the air is dry, and let it dry out slightly between waterings. If it starts to wilt, give it a good soak. Apply a slow release nitrogen-rich fertiliser every three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning is needed. Remove old leaves for a quick tidy-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Starlight Snakeskin Plant as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a very small plant that suits a terrarium or a small pot. Place it out of direct sun, spritz it regularly and it will spread slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Starlight Snakeskin Plant tube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out on this page, and the notify button 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\/low-light-indoor-plants\"\u003eLow light indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Starlight grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 15cm high, spreading 30 to 60cm wide over time. Plant 30cm apart for a shaded groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need direct sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It prefers to be out of direct sunlight, and a spot with filtered light keeps the white markings bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the first 12 weeks and regularly after that, letting it dry out slightly between waterings. A water spritz keeps it fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790325219647,"sku":"FIT-HYB-STARLI-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/starlight-snakeskin-plant-fittonia-starlight.jpg?v=1792206486","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/starlight-snakeskin-plant-fittonia-starlight","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}