Peace lilies are a popular houseplant , valued for their easy-going nature, their ability to grow in low light environments, and last but certainly not least, the beautiful white flowers , which bloom nearly nonstop. Although this plant isn’t hugely fussy, it’s important to understand one of its basic needs - watering. Taking to the Loving Your Garden Facebook page, one group member shared a tip she had spotted from the Gardener’s World Magazine that worked amazingly on her flowerless peace lily.
Carol King said: “I’ve just been reading Gardeners World and read an interesting fact that may help with peace lily problems. “It’s advisable to always keep a watering can filled with water indoors. This will ensure that your houseplants are watered with room temperature water rather than cold water, which can result in a fatal end if used on a regular basis during the colder months.
“Since reading this tip my peace lily has flowered so much better and the leaves are greener than ever.” Using cold water can cause a temperature shock to the plant’s roots and lead to a disruption of normal root function. What’s more, this stress can result in the wilt of leaves and an overall decline in the plant’s health.
Group members in the comments section also follow the same advice. Janet Towers wrote: “I only use rainwater and always leave it in the house to match the temperature.” Rob Farrow said: “I never water them with cold water, always tepid.
I just think how I would feel being doused in freezing cold tap water.” If you’re worried about very extreme temperatures causing damage, just keep making sure that the leaves are gently misted instead. The best way to water a peace lily is to set the plant in the sink.
Pour the tepid water slowly onto the soil until the liquid drips through the bottom of the pot. Let the plant drain thoroughly, then return it to its drainage saucer. Never let the plant sit in water, as disease caused by excess water is the number one reason for houseplant death.
Too little water is always preferable to too much water. Peace lilies can stand a fair amount of neglect, but allowing the soil to become bone dry may result in a sad, droopy plant..
