Peace Lily Soil and Potting Issues

Alfredo's peace lily shows problems in gritty, porous soil (succulent mix) with root ball sitting too high, exposing upper roots.

Soil and Potting Corrections

Soil: Peace lilies need moisture-retentive, peat-based mix—not gritty succulent/epiphyte mix. Current soil requires more frequent watering and fertilizing.

Pot depth: Root ball sits too high. Use a pot 1-2 inches taller to add soil over exposed roots.

pH check: Test soil pH. Above 6.8 blocks nutrient uptake. Acidify with sulfur products if needed. Hard tap water can raise pH—use filtered/distilled water.

Don't replace soil entirely (stresses roots). Top-dress with appropriate mix and adjust watering/fertilizing frequency for current soil.

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