The latest cultivation methods and precautions for the peace lily
The peace lily, also known as the white sail, is believed in folk tradition to carry an auspicious meaning, and it was named “smooth sailing” specifically after the shape of its flower. It is an excellent foliage plant and is widely cultivated in southern regions. Just hearing its name is enough to make one want to grow it. Follow the Qinnong Web editor below to learn about the cultivation methods and precautions for the peace lily.
1. Pot and soil selection
Pot and soil are the foundation of cultivation. The peace lily prefers fertile loam rich in humus, which can be prepared by mixing leaf mold with garden soil. The flower pot should be chosen according to the size of the plant.
2. Light
The peace lily prefers a high-temperature, high-humidity environment and is also fairly shade-tolerant, but it should not be exposed to blazing sunlight. Summer sunlight is too intense, and according to research, shading of about 60-70% in summer is enough to meet its growth needs. However, long-term insufficient light will prolong the flowering period or make it difficult for the plant to bloom. Therefore, it can be grown year-round in a bright indoor environment, and should not be placed in strong light, otherwise its leaves will turn yellow and drop.
3. Temperature
The peace lily prefers a high-humidity environment. The most suitable growing temperature is 22-28°C, with 24-30°C from March to September and 18-21°C from September to March of the following year. It is not cold-tolerant, and the winter temperature must not be lower than 14°C. When the temperature is below 10°C, the plant's growth stalls and the leaves are prone to cold damage.
4. Watering
The peace lily prefers a high-humidity environment and is quite sensitive to humidity, with a relatively high water requirement. Therefore, it needs frequent watering to keep the potting soil moist, but it should not be overwatered. Once overwatered, too much water will accumulate in the pot, easily causing root rot and the plant to wither and yellow. Summer transpiration is greater, so it is necessary to frequently spray water on the leaves and around the plant to raise air humidity, which promotes its growth and development.
5. Fertilizing
The peace lily has a moderate demand for nutrients and should not be given concentrated or raw fertilizer, as these will scorch the plant and cause it to wither, yellow and die. Water promptly after fertilizing; it is best to use dilute fertilizer water instead of direct fertilizing, as this will not harm the plant and can also make it grow quickly.
Precautions
1. Repotting
The peace lily should be repotted once every one to two years. When repotting, its roots can be pruned to remove old roots, bad roots and overly long roots, and the old soil should be removed and replaced with new soil, which is beneficial to its growth.
2. Pests and diseases
During its growing period, the peace lily is a favorite target of pests. To avoid pests threatening the plant's growth, insecticide should be sprayed regularly, such as dicofol, hexythiazox, pyridaben, etc.
The above is an introduction to the cultivation methods and precautions for the peace lily. Have you all mastered them? The above content is brought to you by the Qinnong Web editor, and we hope it is helpful to you.