Epipremnum aureum 'Snow Queen' - The Ultimate White Variegated Pothos
Meet the absolutely stunning Epipremnum aureum 'Snow Queen' - the most spectacular white variegated pothos you'll ever encounter! This breathtaking climbing beauty showcases magnificent heart-shaped leaves drenched in crisp, luminous white variegation with delicate green speckles, creating a frosty snow-dusted effect that brings incredible brightness and sophistication to any indoor space!
What makes Snow Queen truly extraordinary is its dramatic variegation - leaves can display an incredible 60-80% pure white colouration, making it significantly brighter and more striking than other pothos varieties. Each leaf is a unique masterpiece of marbled patterns, with bold white sections punctuated by gorgeous green speckling that creates absolutely stunning visual contrast!
Why Choose Epipremnum Snow Queen for Your Collection?
- Spectacular White Variegation: Leaves showcase extraordinary 60-80% white colouration with gorgeous green speckles - the brightest, most dramatic variegation in the pothos family!
- Versatile Display Options: Absolutely stunning whether trailing from hanging baskets, cascading from shelves, or climbing up moss poles for impressive vertical displays!
- Air-Purifying Champion: NASA research confirms pothos plants are amongst the most effective at removing formaldehyde and other toxins from indoor air!
- Collector's Dream: Highly sought-after cultivar that makes an impressive statement piece and conversation starter in any plant collection!
- Rewarding Growth: While slightly slower growing than all-green varieties, every new leaf is an exciting event as you watch that spectacular white variegation unfurl!
Care Instructions for Australian Conditions
Light Requirements
Snow Queen absolutely loves bright indirect light! This is the key to maintaining those spectacular white leaves. Position your Snow Queen near an east-facing window for gentle morning sun, or within a few metres of a bright north-facing window where it receives abundant filtered light throughout the day. In bright conditions, your Snow Queen will reward you with incredible white variegation that truly shines! Lower light will cause new growth to produce more green as the plant compensates, so give it the brightness it deserves!
Watering
It's important to only water when it suits the environment your plant is living in - everyone's home is different! Generally, Snow Queen appreciates a good watering when the top 5cm of soil feels dry to touch. During our warm Australian summers (December-February), this might be every 7-10 days, whilst in cooler winter months (June-August), it could stretch to 10-14 days. A chunky, well-draining potting medium dries faster than fine, peat-heavy mixes, so adjust your watering schedule based on your specific setup. When you do water, water thoroughly until it drains from the bottom!
Temperature
Snow Queen thrives in typical Australian indoor temperatures! It loves temperatures between 18-29°C and handles our climate beautifully. Just keep it away from cold drafts, air conditioning vents blowing directly on the leaves, and protect it from temperatures below 15°C during winter months.
Humidity
Whilst Snow Queen tolerates average household humidity remarkably well, it absolutely loves extra moisture in the air! The best way to boost humidity is by grouping your plants together - they create their own little humidity pockets and look gorgeous displayed as a collection! If you notice occasional brown edges on those stunning white sections during dry periods, consider adding a small humidifier nearby, or simply group your Snow Queen with other tropical plants for natural humidity enhancement!
Potting Medium
Snow Queen thrives in a chunky, well-draining aroid mix! Create the perfect blend using our Ultimate Aroid Mix: combine orchid bark, perlite, coco coir, coco chips, and quality indoor potting mix. This chunky texture provides excellent aeration around the roots whilst retaining just enough moisture - exactly what Snow Queen needs to produce all that spectacular variegated growth!
Fertilising
Give your Snow Queen the nutrition it deserves with Growth Technology Foliage Focus! This complete, balanced fertiliser contains all 12 essential minerals in ionic form for immediate absorption. During the active growing season (September-March), feed your Snow Queen with Foliage Focus at 3-5ml per litre at every watering for absolutely optimal results! Pair it with Growth Technology Rootzone at 1ml per litre every 2-4 weeks to promote exceptional root health and overall plant vigour. During cooler months (April-August), reduce feeding frequency to every 2-3 waterings as growth naturally slows.
Seasonal Care Guide
Spring (September-November): Your Snow Queen will burst into active growth as temperatures warm and daylight increases! New leaves emerge regularly, so increase watering frequency and resume regular feeding. This is the perfect time to repot if needed, take cuttings for propagation, and prune any leggy growth!
Summer (December-February): Peak growing season! Monitor soil moisture closely as warm weather means faster drying. Ensure your Snow Queen receives plenty of bright indirect light whilst protecting those gorgeous white sections from intense direct sun. Maintain consistent feeding for spectacular growth!
Autumn (March-May): Growth begins to slow as temperatures cool. Gradually reduce watering frequency and watch for a final flush of stunning new growth before winter dormancy. Perfect time for a thorough leaf cleaning to keep that variegation looking pristine!
Winter (June-August): Rest period! Growth slows significantly and watering requirements decrease - soil may take 10-14 days to dry. Reduce feeding frequency and ensure your Snow Queen still receives adequate bright light. Avoid repotting during these cooler months.
Perfect For
- Collectors & Enthusiasts: Highly sought-after variety that makes an impressive addition to any serious plant collection!
- Hanging Basket Displays: Creates absolutely stunning cascading displays with those dramatic white and green leaves trailing beautifully!
- Vertical Gardening: Train it up a Grow Vertical Propstick filled with sphagnum moss for larger, more impressive leaves and dramatic vertical impact!
- Bright Spaces: Perfect for rooms with excellent natural light where that spectacular white variegation can truly shine!
- Gift Giving: Makes an unforgettable gift for plant lovers - this beauty always gets noticed and admired!
- Air Quality: Fantastic addition to bedrooms, offices, and living spaces where you want both beauty and air-purifying benefits!
Climbing Support Makes a Difference!
Want to see even more impressive growth from your Snow Queen? Give it something to climb! In nature, pothos scramble up trees, and providing vertical support encourages significantly larger, more mature foliage. A Grow Vertical Propstick is perfect - these Australian-made, completely reusable supports can be filled with sphagnum moss or coco coir, creating a moisture-retaining surface that encourages aerial root development. As your Snow Queen climbs, leaves gradually increase in size and the variegation becomes even more defined and spectacular! The Propstick Pro (700mm) is ideal for established plants, whilst the Propstick Sixty (600mm) works beautifully for smaller specimens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my Snow Queen producing all-green leaves?
This usually indicates your plant needs more light! Those gorgeous white sections require bright indirect light to develop properly. Move your Snow Queen closer to a window or to a brighter location, and new growth should return with better variegation. The great news is that with improved lighting, your Snow Queen will reward you with increasingly white new leaves!
How is Snow Queen different from Marble Queen?
Excellent question! Snow Queen is essentially a highly variegated selection of Marble Queen. Snow Queen displays much more white (often 60-80% white) with green speckles, whilst Marble Queen typically shows a more balanced 50/50 mix of green and white marbling. Both are stunning, but Snow Queen is the choice for maximum white impact!
Can I propagate my Snow Queen?
Absolutely! Snow Queen propagates beautifully from stem cuttings. Simply take a cutting with 2-3 leaves and at least one node, place it in water in bright indirect light, and change the water weekly. Within 2-3 weeks you'll see roots developing! Once roots reach 5-8cm, pot your cutting in chunky aroid mix. Adding Growth Technology Clonex Clone Solution to your propagation water encourages faster, healthier root development!
Is Snow Queen suitable for beginners?
Whilst Snow Queen requires slightly brighter light than all-green pothos to maintain its spectacular variegation, it's still wonderfully forgiving and adaptable! If you can provide a bright spot and follow a simple watering routine, you'll absolutely succeed with this beauty. It's perfect for plant enthusiasts ready to step up their collection with something more special!
Important Care Notes
Epipremnum aureum contains calcium oxalate crystals in its leaves and stems, so it's important to keep this beauty positioned where curious pets and children cannot access it. Simply being mindful about placement keeps everyone safe whilst you enjoy this spectacular variegated plant!
Every plant we offer is carefully selected from our premium nursery stock and personally inspected for quality and health before dispatch, ensuring you receive a beautiful specimen ready to thrive in your Australian collection!
Please Note: As living plants, each specimen is unique and may vary in size, leaf count, and exact appearance from the images shown. The photos are representative examples of the quality and characteristics you can expect, but natural variations in shape, colour, and growth patterns make every plant one-of-a-kind. This individuality is part of what makes growing plants so special!
If you are from a quarantine restricted state & would like to purchase this plant we recommend using Paradise Distributors concierge service, make sure to contact them prior to purchasing: info@rareplants.net.au
Shipping & Greenhouse Collection
Let's Talk About How Your Plants Get to You!
Alright, so here's the deal with shipping - we try our best to send all our plants potted and ready to go, but sometimes due to larger orders or when we're moving through some big changes, we'll send some plants semi-bare rooted. If you haven't come across this before, it basically means we carefully remove a bunch of the soil before packing them up. I know that might sound a bit scary if you've never ordered plants online before, but trust me, this is actually a really smart way to do it! The main reason we do this is because it creates so much more room in the box, which means we can fit way more plants in one shipment for you. More plants in one box = more green goodness arriving at your door at once! The plants honestly handle the journey better without all that heavy, wet soil sloshing around too. Just make sure you've got some fresh potting mix ready to go when your green babies arrive, because they'll want to get tucked into their new home pretty quickly!
Now, let's chat about what actually fits in our boxes. We can safely fit about 4-6 plants in one box, or if you're stocking up on supplies, one box can hold 3 bags of medium plus 1L of Growth Technology. We really don't recommend adding heavy items with your plants though - it just puts extra stress on your precious plants during transit and limits how many we can fit. If your order ends up being heavier than our standard box can handle, we'll reach out to you about additional postage fees. We're always transparent about costs, no sneaky surprises!
When Does Everything Ship Out?
Here's how our timeline works - we process and ship orders the week after you place them. So if you order on a Tuesday, your plants will get packed and sent out sometime the following week. We ship Monday through Friday (because let's be real, we all need weekends to recharge!), and we're aiming to get your order out within 4-6 business days of processing. Sometimes things take a tiny bit longer because we're a small but mighty team, and we take absolute care in making sure every single plant is packed perfectly. Like, we're talking individual attention for each plant here. We don't rush this stuff!
Once your order ships, you'll get an email with your tracking number. If you haven't received that tracking email, it just means we're still working on your order - it hasn't left us yet. Please be patient with us! We promise we're working as fast as we can while still making sure everything is done right. We pack orders in chronological order to keep things fair for everyone, so no one's getting special treatment or jumping the queue. First come, first served, that's how we roll!
The Journey to Your Doorstep
All our orders ship with Australia Post, and here's something cool - they operate 24/7! That means even if your order gets sent out on a Friday afternoon, it's still making its way to you over the weekend. The postal system doesn't sleep, and honestly, that's pretty amazing for getting plants to you quickly. You can generally expect your plants to arrive within 2-7 days after we ship them, depending on where you are in Australia. Metro areas tend to be quicker, regional spots might take the full week, but either way, your tracking number will keep you in the loop the whole time.
And here's the thing that always blows people's minds - our plants are absolute troopers. We've tested this extensively, and they can genuinely survive in their boxes for up to three weeks if needed. Obviously we don't want them sitting around that long, but life happens, mail gets delayed sometimes, and we want you to know that your plants are prepped and ready to handle whatever the postal system throws at them. While we do our best to avoid delays, occasional unforeseen circumstances may slightly impact delivery times, but rest assured, your plants are packed with extra care and are tougher than you think!
Quarantine States (WA, NT, TAS)
We currently only ship directly to non-quarantine states. Unfortunately, biosecurity restrictions make it pretty complicated to send plants to Western Australia, Northern Territory, and Tasmania. But don't worry, we've got a solution for you! If you're from a quarantine restricted state and would like to purchase plants from us, we recommend using Paradise Distributors' concierge service. They're absolute legends and can handle all the biosecurity paperwork and requirements for you. Make sure to contact them prior to purchasing so they can give you all the details and help you out: info@rareplants.net.au
Come Visit the Greenhouse! (Rockdale)
If you're local or just love the idea of picking up your order in person, we've got you covered! Greenhouse collection from our Rockdale location is available the same week you make your purchase. Our opening hours are always changing, so make sure to check booking availability on our 'Visit the Greenhouse' page before purchasing. After you've paid for your order, just head over and book a time slot that works for you. You'll get to pick up your plants AND have a wander through the greenhouse while you're here, which honestly is such a vibe. Just please wear a mask if you're feeling unwell - it's a small space and we want to keep everyone safe and healthy!
Catch Us at Markets!
We do regular markets around Sydney and would love to meet you in person! If you'd prefer to skip shipping altogether and grab your order at one of our market stalls, just email us at info@growinggroundsaustralia.com and we can arrange collection at an upcoming market. It's a great way to chat plants face-to-face, see what else we've got on the day, and save on postage!
Questions? We're Here for You!
If you've got any questions about shipping, tracking, or literally anything else, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@growinggroundsaustralia.com. We love chatting with you guys and we're always happy to help troubleshoot, answer questions, or just talk plants!
Much love from the GG's Team 🌱
