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Introduction
The peace lily (Spathiphyllum) is a popular houseplant cherished for its glossy green leaves and elegant white flowers. While it’s fairly easy to care for, many struggle to get their peace lilies to bloom consistently year after year. What if I told you there’s one simple ingredient that can keep your peace lily blooming beautifully for up to a decade? In this article, we'll reveal this secret ingredient and walk you through how to use it for long-lasting blossoms.
Ingredients
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1 healthy peace lily plant
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Well-draining potting soil
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Clean, room-temperature water
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The secret ingredient: Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate)
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A balanced liquid fertilizer (optional)
Preparation
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Potting and Soil:
Choose a pot with drainage holes and fill it with a high-quality, well-draining potting mix. Peace lilies prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 5.8 - 7.0). -
Watering Routine:
Peace lilies like their soil moist but not soggy. Water your plant thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water. -
Applying the Secret Ingredient – Epsom Salt:
Magnesium is essential for chlorophyll production, which helps your peace lily grow healthy foliage and blooms. Epsom salt is an excellent, natural source of magnesium and sulfur. To use:-
Dissolve 1 tablespoon of Epsom salt in 1 gallon of water.
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Use this solution to water your peace lily once a month during the growing season (spring through early fall).
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This boosts magnesium levels in the soil and promotes lush green leaves and prolific blooming.
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Fertilizing:
Every 6-8 weeks during the growing season, you may supplement with a balanced, water-soluble houseplant fertilizer to ensure your peace lily has all necessary nutrients.
Serving and Storage Tips
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Lighting: Place your peace lily in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves, but insufficient light may hinder blooming.
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Humidity: Peace lilies thrive in higher humidity. Mist leaves weekly or place the pot on a humidity tray.
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Cleaning: Keep leaves dust-free by wiping with a damp cloth, which helps photosynthesis.
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Pruning: Remove yellow or dead leaves promptly to encourage new growth and blooms.
Variations
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