The Details
• Botanical Name: Spathiphyllum wallisii
• Common Name: Peace Lily, Madonna Lily
• Pot Size: 300mm Nursery Pot
• Plant Type: Tropical Evergreen Perennial / Indoor Flowering Plant
Light
Peace Lilies are wonderfully adaptable when it comes to lighting, making them a fantastic option for a variety of indoor environments.
They thrive in bright, indirect light, which encourages healthy foliage, steady growth and the development of their beautiful white flowers.
A position near an east-facing window or a little back from a bright north-facing window is ideal, where the plant receives plenty of filtered natural light throughout the day.
One of the great qualities of Peace Lilies is their ability to tolerate medium and lower-light conditions. Although growth may slow and flowering can become less frequent in dimmer positions, the plant can still maintain its attractive foliage provided it receives sufficient natural light.
Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh direct sunlight, particularly during Melbourne's warmer months. Strong afternoon sun can scorch the leaves, resulting in pale patches, brown markings or crispy edges.
Gentle morning sunlight may be tolerated, especially when the plant has been gradually acclimatised.
If you're hoping to encourage those gorgeous white flowers, providing plenty of bright, indirect light is particularly important.
Watering
Peace Lilies enjoy a relatively consistent supply of moisture and generally prefer not to dry out completely between waterings.
Allow the upper few centimetres of potting mix to dry slightly before watering thoroughly, ensuring excess water can drain freely from the bottom of the nursery pot.
The goal is to keep the soil lightly and evenly moist without allowing the roots to remain in constantly saturated conditions.
During spring and summer, when temperatures are warmer and the plant is actively growing, watering will generally be required more frequently.
In autumn and winter, reduce watering as growth slows and the potting mix takes longer to dry.
Peace Lilies are famous for being rather dramatic when they're thirsty! If the soil becomes too dry, the leaves may begin to droop noticeably.
Although they often perk up again after a thorough watering, repeatedly allowing the plant to wilt severely can place unnecessary stress on the roots and foliage.
It's best to check the soil regularly rather than waiting for the leaves to tell you they're thirsty.
Overwatering can be equally problematic. Constantly wet soil reduces oxygen around the roots and may eventually lead to root rot, yellowing foliage and declining growth.
Always ensure your nursery pot has adequate drainage, and avoid leaving excess water sitting in a decorative cover pot or saucer.
For a large, established specimen like this one, remember that the surface of the potting mix can dry before the deeper root zone. Checking moisture a little further down will help you avoid watering too frequently.
Feeding
With its lush foliage and potential to produce beautiful flowers, the Peace Lily appreciates regular, balanced feeding.
During spring and summer, apply a quality liquid fertiliser formulated for indoor plants approximately every 2–4 weeks, following the manufacturer's recommended dilution.
This helps support healthy root development, strong new leaves and the production of flowers.
During autumn and winter, reduce the strength and frequency of feeding to match the plant's slower growth.
If your Peace Lily continues producing new foliage or flowers throughout the cooler months in a warm, well-lit indoor environment, occasional light feeding can still be beneficial.
Avoid excessive fertiliser applications, as Peace Lilies can be sensitive to nutrient and salt build-up in the potting mix.
Overfeeding may contribute to brown leaf tips, damaged roots and declining foliage health.
A gentle, consistent feeding routine is far more beneficial than applying large amounts of fertiliser at once.
Growing
Peace Lilies are tropical evergreen perennials belonging to the Araceae family, making them relatives of other popular indoor plants such as Philodendrons, Monsteras and Anthuriums.
Native to tropical regions of the Americas, they naturally grow in warm, sheltered environments beneath taller vegetation, where they receive filtered light and relatively consistent moisture.
Rather than developing a woody trunk or climbing stems, Peace Lilies grow in dense clumps, producing leaves on individual stalks that emerge directly from the base of the plant.
As they mature, these clumps become increasingly full, creating the lush, layered appearance that makes them such attractive indoor specimens.
The glossy, lance-shaped leaves arch gracefully outwards, giving the plant a soft, flowing silhouette.
One of their most recognisable features is the elegant white flower-like structure that rises above the foliage.
Interestingly, the white portion is actually a modified leaf called a spathe, which surrounds a central flowering spike known as the spadix.
Fresh spathes typically emerge white or creamy-white before gradually developing green tones as they age. This colour change is completely natural.
Under favourable indoor conditions, larger Peace Lily specimens can reach approximately 1 metre or more in height and spread, depending on the variety and growing environment.
For healthy growth, use a quality potting mix that retains some moisture while allowing excess water to drain efficiently.
Our Minty Greenhouse Core Indoor Mix is a suitable choice, providing a balanced combination of moisture retention and aeration for healthy root development.
Peace Lilies prefer warm, stable indoor temperatures and should be protected from cold draughts, heating vents and sudden temperature changes.
They also appreciate moderate to higher humidity, although they generally adapt well to typical household conditions.
If your home becomes particularly dry, especially during winter when heating is running, a humidifier can help maintain healthier foliage and minimise crispy leaf edges.
Occasionally wipe the large leaves with a soft, damp cloth to remove dust and keep them looking fresh.
As your plant grows, remove spent flowers and yellowing older leaves by cutting their stalks close to the base with clean scissors.
Repot when the plant becomes noticeably root-bound, ideally during spring or summer. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the existing root ball to avoid excessive moisture retention.
With consistent care, this beautiful tropical favourite can remain a lush and rewarding feature in your home for many years.
Pet Friendly?
No. Peace Lilies are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
Like other members of the Araceae family, Peace Lilies contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation and discomfort when chewed.
Possible symptoms include excessive drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.
Although Peace Lilies are not true lilies and do not cause the same type of kidney toxicity associated with Lilium species in cats, they should still be kept away from curious pets.
We recommend displaying this plant somewhere your pets cannot access or chew the foliage.
If you suspect your pet has ingested any part of the plant, contact your veterinarian for advice.
Good to Know
Peace Lilies are particularly loved for their beautiful combination of lush foliage and elegant white flowers, making them one of the most recognisable indoor plants around.
Although their common name includes the word Lily, they're not true lilies. They belong to the Araceae family and are more closely related to Philodendrons and Monsteras.
The beautiful white blooms are actually modified leaves called spathes, which surround the plant's tiny flowers on a central spadix.
As these blooms age, they may gradually turn pale green before eventually browning. This is a completely natural part of their flowering cycle, and spent flower stalks can be removed to keep the plant looking tidy.
New foliage often emerges in a lighter, brighter shade of green before gradually deepening to the rich, glossy colour of the mature leaves.
Occasional yellowing of older leaves is normal, particularly as the plant directs energy towards producing fresh growth.
Brown leaf tips can develop for several reasons, including inconsistent watering, dry air, fertiliser build-up or sensitivity to minerals in tap water. Maintaining consistent growing conditions is generally the best way to minimise these issues.
The plant pictured is a beautifully established, full specimen with an impressive spread of large, deep green leaves, prominent ribbing, fresh new growth and elegant white flowers. Its generous 300mm nursery pot makes it a fantastic ready-to-style statement plant for larger indoor spaces.
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