Peace Lily Care

Peace Lilies are perfect for beginners who want a flowering houseplant. They're very communicative - drooping dramatically when thirsty and perking up quickly after watering. ## Basic Care **Light:** Tolerates low light but blooms better in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun. **Water:** Keep soil consistently moist. Peace lilies will droop when thirsty, making it easy to know when to water. **Humidity:** Loves high humidity. Brown tips often indicate dry air. **Flowers:** White spathes appear throughout the year in proper conditions. ## Why Peace Lilies Are Great for Beginners - Very clear watering signals (dramatic drooping) - Tolerates low light conditions - Beautiful white flowers - Excellent air purifier - Fast recovery from care mistakes ## Flowering Tips Peace lilies bloom best when: - Receiving bright, indirect light - Kept consistently moist - Given monthly fertilizer in growing season - Plant is mature (2+ years old) ## Air Purification NASA studies show peace lilies remove: - Ammonia - Benzene - Formaldehyde - Trichloroethylene This makes them excellent for bedrooms and offices. ## Common Varieties - **Spathiphyllum wallisii**: Classic variety, 12-16 inches - **Mauna Loa**: Larger variety, can reach 3-4 feet - **Domino**: Variegated leaves with white markings - **Sensation**: Giant variety, up to 6 feet tall