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Peace Lily Flowers Turning Green: Normal Maturation

A restaurant peace lily has both white and green "lilies" (spathes) on the same plant. Owner asks if this is a phenomenon.

Explanation

Many peace lily varieties have spathes that turn bright green as they mature. This is normal. Blooming plant fertilizer can prolong white phase and increase flowering.

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