How to care for Peace Lilies

Houseplant's can tend to be disappointing. Peace Lilies are a very rewarding plant with very little maintenance. If well taken care of a peace lily can last up to ten years.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Shaded area
• spray bottle
• houseplant fertilizer
• potting soil
• flower pot

1. Spring is a great time to start a houseplant or divide houseplant' s. Decide on your flower pot size and pick a shaded area in your home that does not receive direct sunlight. Less light for peace lilies provides an environment that produces more flowering. These plants grow naturally in warm and humid regions.

2. After planting and placing in appropriate area, mist daily if temperatures are above 60 degrees. The soil can be kept damp and watering two to three times a week will be sufficient. Fertilize the plant twice a month also encourages better growth.

3. Remove any leaves that begin to turn yellow and make sure that it is not receiving too much sunlight. The plant may begin to double in size and repotting or dividing is recommended. Also, if the plant begins to develop mites you may spray with insecticide.

Tips & Warnings

• If the leaves are starting to flop it may mean that it need' s more water.
• Never allow to rootball to become soggy and waterlogged.
• Plant life can be up to 10 years if well maintained.
• Houseplants and insecticides can be harmful to infants and small children, please use caution.