Peace Lily Yellow Leaves and Lucky Bamboo in Water

Diagnosing Two Common Houseplant Issues

Genevieve's peace lily has yellow/black spots on older leaves; lucky bamboo in water and stones has yellow, droopy leaves.

Peace Lily

Older leaf discoloration suggests water quality or inconsistent watering. Use filtered/distilled water if tap is hard. Fertilize at half-strength. Water when soil surface feels almost dry or leaves just begin to wilt.

Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena cuttings)

Cannot live forever in water. Once roots are 1+ inch long, pot up together in damp potting mix and treat as a regular houseplant. Yellowing in water is natural aging.