A reliable low-light favourite with lush dark foliage and elegant white spathe flowers. It dramatically droops when thirsty, making watering needs easy to read.
At a glance
- Plant type: Indoor plant
- Mature size: 60 cm tall
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions
- Water: consistently moist soil
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Peace Lily
Botanically, Spathiphyllum wallisii is a moderate-growing indoor plant in the Araceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Peace Lily
Peace Lily suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Peace Lily provided drainage is reasonable. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Peace Lily prefers consistently moist soil. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Peace Lily in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Peace Lily in the garden
Peace Lily earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and cut flowers for the vase. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Peace Lily with species that also favour consistently moist soil and tropical climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Peace Lily
Plant Sale lists Peace Lily as potted plants. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
