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Peace Lily Repotted into Huge Pot: Need More Info

Clarify the Problem

Repotting a peace lily into a 16–30" diameter pot is extreme—likely causing root rot from excess soil moisture. Why do you think it needs "reviving"? What symptoms? What was the previous pot size?

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Send a photo for accurate assessment. Peace lilies prefer being slightly pot-bound; this oversized pot is a major risk factor.

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