One of the first houseplants I ever bought was a Peace Lily. I was just so intrigued by the elegant blooms and I have stayed transfixed ever since! I’m proud to say that I’ve managed to keep my Peace Lily alive over the years, and it’s one of the largest houseplants in my home. I’ve even divided it a couple of times! However, it can be tricky to care for a Peace Lily and get it to produce its elusive blooms. Fortunately, this Peace Lily care guide can help you do just that. Here’s how to care for a Peace lily plant.
How To Care For Peace Lily Plants
Grown in the wild, Peace Lilies appear on the forest floor. Because of these growing conditions, they love indirect light and plenty of moisture. Though it might be hard to duplicate these conditions in your own home, doing so will be necessary to keep your plants alive.
When grown indoors, make sure that your Peace Lilies are sown in well-draining potting soil. Make sure that your pot has a hole for drainage, too! Keep the soil evenly moist, watering thoroughly twice weekly. Peace Lilies will droop dramatically when thirsty, so before you panic, give your plant a good watering. Keep these plants out of direct sunlight (the beams can scorch the leaves). I find that near an Eastern facing window is best. It’s the only place in my house where my Peace Lily plant will actually bloom. The right lighting is necessary if you want your plant to bloom.
If your plant is in good lighting but not producing flowers, it could be due to a fertilizer deficiency. Mix in a kind made for flowering plants.
Problem Guide For Peace Lily Plants
Though Peace Lilies are relatively easy to care for, they are known for a few common problems. The first, being scale and mealybugs. These are horrible pests that can kill your plant in an instant. Learn more about treating houseplant pests here.
Brown leaf tips are often caused by too much sunlight or the chemicals in tap water. Try moving to an area of less sun and water only with bottled water.
