Calla palustris aka Peace Lilly
Taxonomy
Common names
Peace Lilly, Wild Calla, Wild Calla Lily, Bog ArumHow to care for Peace Lilly
Difficulty
If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Peace Lilly is a great choice to test your gardening skills.
Water
Peace Lilly should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Peace Lilly is very sensitive to dry soil. To ensure your Wild Calla is thriving and blooming, choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil should still allow for adequate drainage and contain lots of organic matter. Coco coir or sphagnum moss are great soil additives that will help to retain moisture and provide your Wild Calla Lily with the nutrients it needs for healthy growth. Make sure to mix these soil additives into the potting soil before planting and water the soil thoroughly. By providing your Peace Lilly with a well-draining, moisture-retaining soil, you can help to maximize its growth and keep it blooming.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Peace Lilly prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
Dormancy
During the cold period, it is common for Peace Lilly to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.
Toxicity
Peace Lilly is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.
Fertilizer
The Peace Lilly grows at a slow pace and doesn't require any supplementary fertilizers. By renewing its potting soil once a year, it should receive enough nourishment. Remember, plants obtain their energy from sunlight, not fertilizers.
Region of origin
Peace Lilly’s native range is Europe. Naturalized in Britain[17].
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