Product Description

Family: Araceae Scientific Name: Spathiphyllum Common Name: Peace Lily Height/Spread: Height: 1 to 6 feet Spread: 1 to 5 feet Sun: Part shade to Full shade Water: Medium Foliage Description and Texture: This plant has beautiful glossy green leaves. Flower Description and Time of Bloom: Peace lily has the unusual ability to blossom in medium light. Cultural Requirements—Preferences: The soil for the peace lily should be kept moist but not soggy. Let the soil dry between waterings, but do not allow to wilt. Wilting happens when the plant becomes to dry. These plants do well in lower light situations, but prefer bright filtered light. Do not place in direct sun. Over fertilizing can produce burning of tips and roots. It is subjected to use ¼ of the recommend amount from the label. The plant requires a large pot and should be kept somewhat potbound. Interesting Information/Problems: Spathiphyllum is Greek for leaf-spathe. Mealybugs are probably the most common insect indoors, because of the wide foliage pests can easily hide in the undersides of the leaves.