yes they will survive. Remove all rotted roots. You will need a quality potting mix.

I use cactus/ succulent Miracle Grow. I add perlite and grani grit ( small granite gravel used by poultry farmers for their birds- you can get this at Tractor Supply or similar store- you don't have to use the grani grit though) Mix the perlite and Cactus soil in a ratio somewhere near 50/50 or 40% perlite 60% C&S soil. If you use the grani grit do it at 10% or more and adjust other ingredients accordingly.

I recommend you use an unglazed terracotta pot- you will also need stakes and twine, and maybe a few rocks to help temporarily secure the plant from flopping over.

Once you have everything, it is just a matter of puttting them in the pot and put the plant in bright light but not direct sun. Do not water it for the first week or so. Ask any questions you need to. And please give us updates! Also there are lots of good posts on root issues and the like on this forum that will help you too! Good luck!

Thanks. I will have to take them out of the pots tomorrow. I've already repotted and watered them. I think they were over watered by no one living in the house. I've used the cactus mix. I can do it over tomorrow so the soil can dry out.

You might take one and pot it up in its own (much smaller pot) Oh, try not to use a pot that is too large for the main clump- that takes longer to dry out. Your goal is to re-root, so even if you slightly under size your pot now you can repot it later for a little grow room. Just don't try to jam them into a 6 inch pot, lol. Note the size of pot and size of plant, this should give you an idea about pot sizing.

Keep the plants in a warm bright

location but out of the sun at least till your sure the plant is rooted ( you'll see the plant starting to grow or no longer needs as much support, tugging at the plant to see if it has rooted just breaks some of the smaller fine roots). Sans love heat, and when it is hot they like moist soil. When it is cool or cold they want to be much drier. Remember they are not cactus- they don't like to be too dry for too long. Always allow the plant to dry out some before watering when indoors. Best to water thoroughly then allow to dry before watering. Outside for Summer; don't let it stay soaking. The plant can stay indoors year round, but will need good light to stay healthy. They only endure low light conditions. Hope I've helped.

I didn't have time to repot them yet since 5 days ago when I repotted them and put water on them (you said not to). I checked them this morning and they are taking root in the moist soil. I tried to tug on them and they don't move. You think they will be okay? Should I still repot and let the soil dry out a bit?

The "don't water them" comment is a best practice suggestion. They should be alright- it is spring and they will be getting more light and heat now. Keep an eye on them and just let the soil dry out some, say the top inch or so dry to the touch. Watch for any signs of getting limp or discoloration. Sansevieria love summer and should soon start showing signs of vigor ( read new growth). As time passes water them more ( being careful that the pot does not stay wet for long periods) In summer, Sans can take a lot of water, but it is still a good idea to be careful. Please keep us updated- and pulling on the plant to see how well it is rooted is not the best way as the small hair like roots can be damaged (don't worry sans are tough). It is better to be patient and watch the growth to determine how well it is going.

Pardon me, but checking the top inch or so of mix for moisture shows little. It's not indicative of moisture down below, among the roots.

Folks around around here suggest using a dowel, or wooden chopstick, even a pencil to check for moisture. Insert the chopstick all the way down to bottom of pot. After a moment, remove it & if it's moist or has mix clinging to it, then wait another day or 2 to water.

I'll keep an eye on them. I won't let them get too wet. That was the problem that made me repot them. Too much water. They are on a closed in porch. Checking them daily.

Cathy,

As Karen said many people do use the "dowel" method of checking moisture. I have never thought it a good idea to be constantly pushing a stick into the root zone. Wet soil at the bottom of the pot is the bane of houseplants. I just don't like the dowel method- why risk breaking roots. But if you are concerned about bottom wetness, use the chop stick sparingly.

Is that closed in porch air conditioned? If not, Sansevieria really like it in the 80's and then some, which also means that the plant can stand moisture. Wet soggy soil is never recommended- but I have seen my friend grow Hahnii in a muddy swamp like condition year round, which I have not been able to figure out- but Sans use more water when they are in active summer growth then in the colder months. A/C is not bad- just the heat of summer is good for growth. You will do well with the plant by not loving it to death or ignoring it to death.

The air is off on the porch for the plants now. I'm trying to keep it warm for other heat loving plants I have rooting. Im not digging, sticking, or tugging on the plants. I just checked one and it didn't wobble or move. I've got two move to repot because their pots are really heavy and big. I want to combine them and put them in better soil and a better looking pot with drainage.
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