‘Spur on’ a non-blooming peace lily to flower with expert’s three winter care tips (Image: Getty)
are bought into the for many reasons, including purifying the air and adding greenery.
Many people love them for their white flowers, which often bloom for many months at a time.
However, if the conditions are not right for the peace lily, it will struggle to flower.
According to the experts at GardeningKnowHow, owners have a good chance of getting a peace lily to flower if they give it the correct care.
This means looking at the soil, watering as well as lighting conditions.
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1. Soil
Make sure your peace lily is planted in well-draining potting soil, which is rich in organic matter.
It is recommended to blend potting mixes with texture including perlite to help the houseplant grow.
2. Watering
The pros said: “It is best to use distilled water, as these plants can be sensitive to some minerals and chemicals found in tap water.”
It is also recommended not to use cold water as this may shock the houseplant.
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Room temperature or even tepid water is suitable for indoor plants, including peace lilies.
To water a peace lily, make sure the top couple inches of soil are dry before giving it a generous water once a week or so.
This can be reduced in the winter months but it is best to go off the houseplant rather than follow a routine.
3. Light
The experts at GardeningKnowHow said: “Keep the plant in a low light situation out of direct sunlight but bright enough you could read a book.
“Gradually move the plant to a brighter light if it is in a very dark room.
“This could spur on a non-blooming peace lily to flower just by the future of more candles of lights.”
Sometimes peace lilies won’t always bloom in their first year after purchasing so it’s important to give them the conditions to be able to do so.