Avoid placing peace lilies in poorly lit areas – this might hinder the flowers from blooming, as per experts' advice.
Where to Keep Your Peace Lily: A Survival Guide
- Where Not to Put Your Peace Lily
- Peace Lily's Favorite Spots
Hey Buddy! Peace lilies are popular houseplants, known for their lush, glossy green leaves and beautiful white flowers. But if you've got one of these plants and it's not looking its best, there's a chance you might've placed it in the wrong spot. Here's what the experts warn you about.
Knowing where to put your peace lily in your home is vital for keeping it healthy and blooming. The location is a critical aspect of care, so if you want your peace lily to shine, follow these tips.
Where Not to Put Your Peace Lily
If you want your peace lily to show off those gorgeous white blooms, its placement is crucial, and the experts advise against sunny, south-facing windowsills[1]. These spots can be too much sunlight for this particular plant, causing its leaves to scorch and turn brown[1]. It's also best to keep it away from radiators as the heat will dry out the leaves[1].
A common mistake is putting houseplants in direct sunlight, thinking they need as much sun as possible[1]. However, for peace lilies, less is more when it comes to sunlight[1]. Proper use of sunlight is the golden rule for keeping houseplants alive.
Don't shy away from placing your peace lily in a dark corner either. While peace lilies can tolerate low light, a gloomy environment will cause them to stop flowering, and their leaves may get leggy and stretched out as they search for light[1].
Peace Lily's Favorite Spots
Now that you know where not to place your peace lily, you're probably wondering where it should go. The ideal spot is an area of the home with indirect light and consistent humidity.
'Bright, indirect light is best for your peace lily'[2], advises Maryam Ghani from Haute Florist. Putting it near a north, north-east, or north-west facing window is ideal as it provides the necessary indirect light[2].
A bathroom is a fantastic location as these areas naturally have humid environments, which promotes healthy growth[2], as long as there's a window to allow some light in[2]. Rooms with a stable temperature help maintain steady flowering[1].
A Few More Care Tips
- Humidity: Peace lilies love humidity, so if your home's dry, consider regularly misting the leaves or placing the pot on a tray filled with pebbles and water[1].
- Watering Schedule: Water your peace lily regularly but avoid overwatering. The soil should be moist, but not soggy[3].
- Fertilization: Feed your peace lily with a balanced houseplant fertilizer every couple of months during the growing season[1].
- Temperature: Maintain a stable, comfortable temperature for your peace lily. Cold or drafty areas are not ideal[1].
With a touch of TLC and the right placement, your peace lily will shine with beautiful blooms.
We hope this guide helps you create the perfect home for your peace lily. Let us know how it goes in the comments!
Fun Fact: Peace lilies love humidity so you should regularly mist them to keep them happy.
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If your peace lily is currently on a suntrap of a windowsill, it's time for a change. Make the move, and enjoy a healthier, blooming peace lily.
Author's Note: Kezia Reynolds joined our team as News Writer in 2024. After graduating from City, University of London in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in journalism, Kezia started her career spending two years working on women's weekly magazines. She is always on the lookout for the latest home news, finding you the best deals and trends - so you don't miss a thing!
Sources:[1] Hillarys. (2022). How to care for a peace lily. [online] Available at: https://www.hillarys.ie/living-advice/indoor-plant-care/how-to-care-for-a-peace-lily/
[2] Haute Florist. (2022). How to care for a peace lily. [online] Available at: https://www.hauteflorist.com/blog/how-to-care-for-a-peace-lily/
[3] Plantcaretoday.com. (2021). Peace lily: How to care for peace lilies & common problems. [online] Available at: https://plantcaretoday.com/peace-lily/
[4] HGTV. (2022). How to grow peace lilies indoors. [online] Available at: https://www.hgtv.com/get-growing/indoor-plants/grow-peace-lilies-indoors/peace-lilies-care-and- prop a gong/
- If you're keeping a peace lily in a sunny, south-facing window, consider relocating it as it might receive too much direct sunlight, leading to scorched leaves.
- For a peace lily to bloom and maintain a lush appearance, place it in a room with bright, indirect light, humidity, and consistent temperature, preferably by a north, north-east, or north-west facing window.
