Peace Lily Care Guide
Spathiphyllum
Peace Lilies are elegant flowering plants that thrive in low light. Their graceful white blooms and air-purifying qualities make them popular for homes and offices.
Watering
Peace Lilies like consistent moisture but not soggy soil. Water when the top inch is dry. They'll dramatically droop when thirsty โ a helpful reminder โ but try not to let them wilt regularly as it stresses the plant. Use filtered water if possible; they're sensitive to chlorine.
Light Requirements
Peace Lilies are famous for tolerating low light, making them perfect for offices and north-facing windows. However, they bloom more readily with brighter (still indirect) light. Direct sun scorches their leaves. If your Peace Lily isn't flowering, try moving it to a brighter spot.
Humidity & Temperature
As tropical plants, Peace Lilies love humidity above 50%. They tolerate average humidity but appreciate misting or a pebble tray. Brown leaf tips often indicate dry air. Keep temperatures between 65-85ยฐF and avoid cold drafts.
Fertilizing
Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength. Peace Lilies are light feeders and sensitive to over-fertilizing, which causes brown leaf tips. No feeding needed in winter.
Common Problems
- Brown tips: Usually low humidity or fluoride/chlorine in tap water.
- Yellow leaves: Overwatering, underwatering, or old age (bottom leaves naturally yellow).
- No flowers: Needs more light. Peace Lilies also bloom more when slightly root-bound.
- Drooping: Thirsty! Water immediately and it should recover within hours.
- Brown spots: Could be sunburn or cold damage.
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