Revive droopy peace lilies with an easy 'tip' that uplifts the beautiful houseplant
A droopy, sad-looking peace lily is crying out for help, but the houseplant can quickly be revived.
The beautiful peace lily houseplant has exotic green leaves and distinctive white flower-like spathes.
A true vision to look at, the pretty houseplant also helps to purify the air in the home, making it a popular choice for many home dwellers.
Originally from the tropical rainforests in Central and South America, the peace lily loves a humid environment, which is why it's the ideal addition to a bathroom or kitchen.
If, however, you notice the peace lily drooping significantly, it could be a sign of dehydration.
According to Jamie Saechaona, plant and gardening expert at Green Garden Cottage, a drooping peace lily could quickly be revived by watering.
Jamie told Gardeningetc that a peace lily "should perk up with a deep soak" in water, although it's strongly advised not to use tap water.
Fluoride within tap water may have a damaging effect on a peace lily, so the top tip is to water with rainwater, if possible.
Peace lilies would benefit from weekly watering, but it is possible to overwater which could turn into droopy leaves.
A droopy peace lily that has wilted leaves, which have turned yellow, is a key indication of overwatering.
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Jamie recommended "making sure your peace lily is in a large enough container and has proper drainage" to prevent the plant from becoming waterlogged.
The peace lily's soil should dry out between each soak in rainwater to ensure a vibrant, uplifted houseplant.
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) recommended feeding the peace lily every two weeks from spring to autumn.
While the peace lily symbolises harmony, they are poisonous plants so must be kept out of reach from pets and children.
"Also wear gloves when handling them, as the sap can cause skin irritation," the RHS added.
As for pruning considerations, the RHS advised to "simply snap off any fading leaves and spent flowers at the base of the stem".
While the houseplant is generally tolerant, if the plant isn't flowering, it might be due to insufficient lighting.
To encourage flowering, make sure the peace lily houseplant is near a window in bright light, but not direct sunlight which would otherwise scorch the leaves.