Peace lilies are one of the most popular houseplants as not only do they bloom beautifully and have luscious green foilage, but they tend to be very easy to take care of.
However, peace lilies can fail to bloom when placed in the incorrect place in the home, as they need just the right amount of sunlight, temperature, humidity and watering.
The best thing about peace lilies is that there are simple signs to watch out for long before the blooming season starts to tell if they are unhealthy.
Alex, a plant expert from the gardening nursery Be Green, has addressed some of the most common mistakes peace lilies need to watch out for, and how to quickly fix them.
He said: “By understanding the growth requirements of peace lilies and following the proper care techniques, you can ensure that your plants thrive and flourish.”
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Watering them too much
Peace lilies require just the right balance of watering to stay healthy and produce blooms, and typically should be watered once a week.
Overwatering peace lilies can lead to them becoming waterlogged and are at risk of developing mould, fungal diseases or their roots rotting which will eventually kill them.
You will know if a peace lily is overwatered if it begins wilting, they have a foul odour and the soil feels consistently wet or soggy.
To avoid this, ensure the peace lily is planted in a pot with plenty of drainage, and water when the soil has begun to slightly dry out but is still moist.
Alex said: “When it comes to watering, it’s important to strike the right balance. Peace Lilies prefer to be evenly moist, but not waterlogged.
“Watering frequency will depend on various factors such as the size of the pot, the temperature, and the humidity levels. A good rule of thumb is to allow the top two-thirds of the soil to dry out before watering again.”
Placing them in low humidity and temperature
Peace lilies often die in the winter as many houseplant owners make the mistake of placing them very to a drafty cold window, or a hot air vent.
These plants are very sensitive to temperature changes since they are tropical plants, and need to be placed in a room with warm and humid conditions.
Alex said: “Peace Lilies thrive in temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). They’re sensitive to extreme temperature fluctuations, so it’s important to keep them away from drafts, air conditioning vents, or heating sources.
“Avoid exposing them to temperatures below 55°F (13°C) as it can damage the foliage and hinder growth.”
The best place to keep peace lilies in the home tends to be in kitchens and bathrooms as steam tends to build up in these rooms when people are cooking or taking a shower.
Once lilies are placed in a steamy place in the home in indirect sunlight, they are very laidback plants which will produce specular blooms in flowering season.
Alex said: “With these secrets to successful peace lily care, you can enjoy the beauty and elegance they bring to your home or garden for years to come.
