How To Care For Peace Lilies ?
The peace lily is known for its shiny green foliage that appears in stem-less crowns. Though this plant’s main appeal lies in its leaves, the white flower stalks enhance its overall look. |
Peace lilies are not like your usual houseplants since they need to be cared for all year round.
Here are some tips on how to care for peace lilies.
One of the fundamentals about growing peace lilies is to make sure that the plants are always guarded from direct sunlight. Or else, the leaves may get burnt. Peace lilies grow best in medium to low light, ideally near a west or north window. Also, it is important that the plants get enough humidity, failing which the leaves may turn brown. This you can prevent by regularly humidification.
Keep the plant on a tray filled with pebbles and mist the leaves with soft water. Misting will also help wash away red spider mites, a common problem with peace lilies. The plant will wilt if not watered adequately. You must also repot the plant every spring. A peace lily plant will do well in a pot that is anywhere between 8 to 10 inches. Protect the plant with a pesticide or mild soap water, since these plants are prone to being attacked by red spiders. Dust off spider webs regularly.
If you are using a chemical fertilizer then do so carefully. A fertilizer mix of 20-20-20 is usually good for your plant, but too much of it, when applied to dry soil, can cause root damage. Also, always ensure that the soil is moist when fertilizing the plant.
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