Peace Lily Care: Growing Spathiphyllum for Clean Air and White Blooms

Peace lilies are among the most popular houseplants for good reason—they're easy to grow, tolerate low light, and produce elegant white flowers (technically spathes) from early summer through the year. Plants range from 16 inches to 6 feet tall depending on variety.

Planting

• Use an all-purpose potting soil and keep it lightly moist year-round.
• Repot annually in spring to refresh the soil.

Care

• Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilize every 6 weeks during winter.
• If flowers fail to appear, move the plant to a darker location—paradoxically, lower light can trigger blooming.

Pests & Diseases

Brown leaf tips often result from excessive light or over-fertilization.

Recommended Varieties

Spathiphyllum wallisii is a compact variety reaching about 12 inches tall.

Tips & Trivia

NASA studies found peace lilies help remove formaldehyde, benzene, and carbon monoxide from indoor air, making them natural air purifiers.