PEACE LILY
The Peace Lilly is such an iconic easy care houseplant, but have you seen the variegated version?
WATER
Water once the top 5cm of the soil has become dry. Do not allow to dry out completely, but do not allow the plant to sit in water.
LIGHT
Variegated Peace Lilly's are less shade tolerant than standard Peace Lilly's. Although they won't die with less light you will lose some of the creamy leaf colouring. Bright indirect light is best, direct midday sunlight will burn the leaves though.
FERTILISING
Feed every 4 to 6 weeks during the Spring and Summer months.
SOIL
Peace Lilly's are not fussy about their soil mix, a standard houseplant mix is fine.
TEMPERATURE
Standard household temperatures are fine.
HUMIDITY
Standard household humidity is fine.
TOXICITY
Considered mildly toxic to humans and animals.
General Watering Tips
Place your plant, still in its plastic nursery pot, inside the decorative pot you've chosen. This setup allows the plant to enjoy the drainage and airflow provided by the nursery pot's holes, which are beneficial for root health.
When it’s time to water, you have two options:
1. Top Watering: Take the plant, nursery pot and all, out of the decorative pot and water it over a sink. Allow the water to drain completely before placing it back in the decorative pot to prevent water build up.
2. Bottom Watering: Place the nursery pot in a shallow dish of water and let the plant absorb moisture from the bottom. This method encourages the roots to grow downward and reduces the risk of overwatering.
Both methods help keep your plant healthy by promoting good drainage and root aeration.