Peace Lily Bloom Tip Burn & Soil Mix Advice

Juliet's 2-week-old peace lily has browning bloom tips. She waters every 3 days when top inch dry, never leaves tray water, keeps near window (no direct sun). Also asks about gnat-free potting soil brands.

Overwatering Diagnosis

Watering every 3 days is far too frequent. Peace lilies need to be dry for a week after top inch feels dry. Roots are rotting, so plant can't uptake water—hence quick drooping.

Soil & Gnat Reality

• Gnats come from overwatering (rotting roots), not "bad" soil.
• Any soil works if amended: 2 parts potting soil + 1 part perlite for drainage.
• Never leave tray water; never use pots without drain holes.

Bloom Lifespan

Individual blooms last 2-4 weeks. Tip burn is cultural, not age-related.

Cut watering frequency drastically; the plant will recover.