Chumasande MatiwanePeace lilies are popular houseplants known for their beautiful blooms, vibrant leaves, and simple care requirements. This is why it’s no surprise that many houseplant owners choose to propagate them. Peace lilies are most commonly propagated by division, allowing for instant expansion of your collection.
This division method is only possible when your lily plants are large enough, meaning it cannot be done as frequently as other houseplants. But despite this drawback, division remains a cost-effective way to grow more peace lilies.
Propagating a peace lily in 5 simple steps
To grow more peace lilies from a single plant, you should follow these easy steps:
1. Remove the plant from its pot
The Lily plant division starts by removing the plant from its existing pot. While propagating from cuttings is usually done above the soil line, dividing plants requires a close look at the roots and the removal of soil to split the plant into sections. To remove the plant, gently turn your container on its side and gently pull from the base. Gently extract the plant from its pot, but pay close attention so as not to damage the leaves or roots of your plants.
2. Tease the roots
Once you have exposed the roots of your plant, gently loosen them by teasing from the bottom to untangle any sections that may be intertwined. As you work your way along the roots, remove some of the soil to gain a better view of the plant’s base. This will help you identify which sections can be divided and propagated. Carefully separate the roots and remove any old soil.
3. Split the plants into sections
The next step comes, the hardest part, splitting the sections. Depending on the size of your peace lily, you can divide the plant into two or three sections, potentially more. Some smaller sections may come off on their own, ready to be replanted if they have enough roots to survive alone.
4. Replant each section
Repot your split plant into individual containers. Fill each container with a high-quality organic houseplant mix, ensuring that the plant remains upright. To replant, prepare a pot for each division you have.
5. The right aftercare
As soon as you have replanted your divisions, you need to water the soil thoroughly. This will help the roots settle and encourage them to spread out into the new container. Dividing can be a stressful process, so the sooner you water, the better.
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Unfortunately, peace lilies don’t have the right tissues to grow roots from single leaves. Division is the best and easiest propagation method you can try, as it will double your flowers instantly.
ALSO SEE: HOW TO CARE FOR PEACE LILIES
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