How to Care For a Peace Lily | Spathiphyllum

Taking care of a Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) is relatively easy and can add a touch of elegance to any room in your home. Here are some key tips for keeping your peace lily healthy and happy:

Peace Lily Care

Light

Peace lilies prefer indirect, low-light conditions. They can survive in rooms that don't receive much natural light, but they will grow best in bright, indirect light. Avoid placing them in direct sunlight, as this can scorch the leaves and cause them to turn yellow.

Watering

Peace lilies are sensitive to overwatering, so it's important to let the soil dry out slightly between waterings. Water the plant thoroughly, allowing the water to drain through the bottom of the pot, and then let the soil dry out slightly before watering again. Overwatering can lead to root rot, which can kill the plant.

Soil

Peace lilies prefer well-draining soil. Use a potting mix specifically designed for houseplants, or mix your own using equal parts potting soil, perlite, and peat moss. This will help excess water drain easily and prevent root rot.

Fertilizer

Peace lilies don't require much fertilizer, but you can feed them with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer). Use the fertilizer at half the recommended strength to prevent burning the roots.

Temperature and Humidity

Peace lilies prefer warm, humid conditions. They can tolerate temperatures as low as 55 degrees Fahrenheit, but they will thrive in temperatures between 70 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Increase the humidity around the plant by misting it regularly or placing it on a pebble tray filled with water.