Learning how to grow a Snow Queen Pothos plant is easy! This article provides step-by-step instructions on everything you need to know about planting and maintaining this beautiful vine.
We also share tips on getting the most from your Pothos regarding water needs, light conditions, soil composition, and more.
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About Snow Queen Pothos
The Snow Queen Pothos plant is a beautiful vine that can be used in many different ways around your home. It’s especially well-suited for hanging baskets and makes an excellent tabletop plant.
The Snow Queen Pothos takes its name from the fact that it has white, heart-shaped leaves. However, unlike some other pothos plants, this one also features many variegated leaf markings. These markings can range from a faint yellow to a clean white coloration and are often found near the tips of each leaf.
Closely related to the Marble Queen Pothos, Snow Queen Pothos is often confused with this plant. Although both of these plants exhibit white and green variegation, the Snow Queen Pothos leans more towards white than green.
Related: 20+ Types of Pothos and Varieties
Snow Queen Pothos Care
The Snow Queen Pothos is an extremely easy Pothos to care for. It can be maintained in a wide range of conditions and is known to thrive on neglect. However, you should still pay attention to your Snow Queen Pothos.
Light
It requires little light, which can be a good thing if you live in an area with low-light conditions and want to keep your plants alive! However, this also means it will grow smaller than some other pothos varieties. If you wish to increase the size of your Snow Queen Pothos plant, it’s best to give it more lighting or move it to a brighter spot during the summer months when there is more sunlight each day.
Soil
The plant will grow well in a variety of soil types. It prefers moist, well-draining soil but will survive in dryer conditions.
Loam-based soils are recommended since they are easily aerated and provide ample drainage.
Water
The plant will require regular watering during the growing season. It’s best to water this Pothos once a week, but you may need to increase this frequency in the summer months if the soil dries out quickly.
Wait for the potting medium to dry out evenly before watering again. Avoid overwatering since these Pothos tend to rot from their roots in standing water.
Temperature and Humidity
The plant prefers temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, with a drop of 10 degrees at night. If temperatures are lower than this range, they will not be able to grow properly.
Humidity should be around 40 to 60 percent. If the humidity is too low, a Pothos will lose its leaves quickly. Use a humidifier or a tray of pebbles and water to help increase the humidity around your plant.
Fertilizer
The Snow Queen Pothos does not require much fertilizer. However, to promote faster growth, you can feed it once a month during the spring and summer months with a diluted all-purpose fertilizer. You can reduce this to every other month during the fall and winter.
Related: Underwatered vs Overwatered Pothos
Pruning
Pruning is essential for keeping your Snow Queen Pothos looking its best. Dead or dying leaves should be removed as soon as possible. You can also trim back any long, leggy vines to encourage the plant to grow fuller and bushier.
When grown as a vine, you’ll need to prune away any wayward stems quickly to prevent an untidy appearance.
Potting and Repotting Snow Queen Pothos
The plant can be potted in various pot sizes and materials. It’s best to choose a container that is only a bit larger than the roots since they don’t need much space to grow.
Terra cotta, plastic, and ceramic pots are all suitable for this plant. It’s important to ensure the pot has drainage holes since Pothos do not like to sit in water.
The plant will only need to repotting every couple of years. This can be done in the springtime before new growth begins.
Prepare
How to Repot (Step-by-Step)
- Gently remove the Pothos from its current pot.
- Inspect the roots and prune away any that are damaged, dead, or excessively long.
- Place the rootball in the new container and fill it with soil, leaving room at the top of the pot for watering.
- Firm the soil gently around the roots.
- Water the plant thoroughly.
- Place the pot in its new location and continue to water it regularly.
Propagating Snow Queen Pothos by Cuttings (Step-by-Step)
Most Pothos can easily be propagated using stem cuttings. The Snow Queen Pothos is no different. You can even easily transplant the excess stems from a pruning session into a new pot. Here’s what to do:
- Cut a 6-inch stem from a healthy Snow Queen Pothos plant. The cutting should have at least a few leaves near the tips and more than two nodes.
- Remove the leaves near the base and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
- Fill the pot with well-draining soil and make a hole in the center.
- Insert the stem into the hole and firm the soil around it.
- Water the potting medium and place the container in a location with bright, indirect light.
- Keep the soil moist and wait for new growth to appear.
- This can take several weeks.
- You can transplant the plant into a larger pot when it is well-rooted.
Blooms
Snow Queen Pothos are not known to flower indoors. They are primarily grown for their foliage.
Toxicity
Snow Queen Pothos is toxic to dogs, cats, and humans. Keep out of reach of curious children and pets. Consult a doctor if ingested accidentally.
NOTE: This page is not intended as a substitute for veterinary advice. The toxicity of an ingested substance varies depending on the amount ingested, the animal’s weight, and its sensitivity to specific allergens. Contact your veterinarian or local animal poison control center immediately if you think your pet may have ingested a toxic substance.
Common Pests
Mealybugs
Mealybugs are small, white, fuzzy pests that congregate on the stems and leaves of plants. They suck the sap from the Pothos, causing it to become stunted and yellow. To get rid of these pests, you can either manually remove them with rubbing alcohol or treat the plant with an insecticide.
Scale Insects
Scale insects are a common pest of Snow Queen Pothos. These pests attach themselves to the plant and suck the sap, causing the leaves to turn yellow and drop off. Scale insects can also cause the plant to become stunted. If you suspect your plant has scale insects, check for small, brownish bumps on the stems and leaves. These are the insects themselves. You can also look for honeydew, a sticky substance that insects excrete. To get rid of scale insects, you can try wiping them off or using neem oil.
Spider Mites
Spider mites are tiny, spider-like creatures that feast on plant leaves. They weave a fine webbing that is visible on the undersides of leaves.
Aphids
Aphids can be found on a variety of plants, including the Snow Queen Pothos. These small, pear-shaped insects can cause significant damage to a plant by sucking the sap from the leaves. They can also transmit diseases to the plant.
AVOID
- Overwatering
- Placing under harsh sunlight
- Using poorly drained potting mediums
- Fertilizing during dormancy
Common Problems
Brown Leaves
If your Pothos plant displays brown leaves, it’s likely due to a lack of moisture. Ensure to water the plant regularly, making the soil slightly moist but not soggy. You may also want to mist the leaves with water occasionally.
Yellow Leaves
If your Pothos plant displays yellow leaves, it’s likely due to underwatering. This occurs when the plant doesn’t get enough water, and the soil dries out. Make sure to water the plant regularly and give it plenty of humidity.
Lack of sunlight can also cause leaves on a Pothos plant to turn yellow. Although this Pothos is relatively low-light friendly, that doesn’t mean it wants to be in the shade all the time.
Root rot is another common problem that can cause leaves on a Pothos plant to turn yellow. This occurs when the roots of the plant have been damaged by too much water or poor drainage.
Lack of Color / Problems with Variegation
If your Pothos plant displays a general lack of color or paleness, it’s likely due to a lack of light. This plant does best when it receives bright, indirect light. The leaves will lose color and become pale if it isn’t getting enough light.
Another common problem that occurs because of lack of light with these variegated plants is that the variegation can eventually fade away. This occurs when the white or yellow patches gradually disappear and are replaced by green leaves.
