Picture of a Mother-in-law's tongue, or snake plant growing in a pot. - hanifahh/Shutterstock Snake plants are generally very easy to care for. They rarely need water, don't fuss over sunlight, and ...

Watering a snake plant in winter follows a rhythm entirely its own. Whether or not this famously tough houseplant stays healthy through the coldest months hinges on you understanding that rhythm.

If your snake plant needs to be repotted, you'll notice a few telltale signs, such as "slowed growth, or roots coming out of the bottom of its container," says gardening coach and author Lee Miller.