How to grow and what to pay attention to when growing peace trees

Farming methods

Pot soil selection

In fact, growing peace jasmine trees at home does not involve the choice of potting soil, but everyone needs to understand what kind of potting soil is suitable for the growth of peace jasmine trees so as not to be deceived by merchants when purchasing.

It is best to choose loose, fertile, well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter. You can pinch the soil with your hands, and the one with more particles and looseness will be fine. Some soils contain a lot of soil powder, and long-term watering can easily cause the soil to become compacted, so they cannot be chosen.

There are no high requirements for the flowerpot. It can be large enough to accommodate the growth of the peace lily according to the size of the plant. As for the material, don’t choose lightweight plastic basins as they can easily burst.

Sunlight requirements

All plants need sunlight for photosynthesis to ensure rapid growth. As a light-loving plant, the peace lily's leaves will emit a metallic luster in a sunny environment. But it is also afraid of exposure to the sun. In the summer, it is necessary to provide shade in time under the scorching sun, or place it in a location indoors with less sunlight.

Plants with different growth periods have different requirements for light. Grow for 3 to 5 years, with adequate sunlight and avoid exposure to the sun. 6~10 years, avoid exposure to the sun and get more sun exposure. That is to say, the older the peace lily tree is, the more sunlight it needs.

How to water

Spring and autumn are the growing seasons. Keep the soil in the pot moderately moist, spray water on the leaves frequently, and ensure sufficient air humidity. Reduce watering by half in winter.

In addition, during the watering process, you can add a small amount of ferrous sulfate solution to the water, especially in the northern region, to adjust the acidity and alkalinity of the soil.

Fertilization knowledge

The peace lily likes fertilizer. Apply compound fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers when the weather turns cooler in autumn to increase the cold resistance of the peace lily. Stop fertilizing when the temperature drops in winter.

During the fertilization process, if the leaves turn yellow and fall off, it is because of improper fertilization, which leads to root necrosis. Water or remove the plant from the pot for emergency treatment.

Pruning methods

When the branches and leaves of the peace pine are too dense, you can prune them in April when the weather is clear. It is recommended to shorten branches that are too long, and cut off diseased and weak branches to increase the light transmittance of the plant. When pruning, you need to pay attention to keeping a certain distance from the cut to the buds to avoid withering of the branches after pruning.

In addition, when the plant is small, you can pinch the top to promote more branches.

Loosening the soil and repotting

Peace trees are usually planted in large pots and the plants are relatively large (except for small bonsai). It is recommended to loosen the soil once a month to ensure that the soil in the pot is loose. When loosening the soil, the key is to avoid breaking the roots when turning it with tools.

Small peace jasmine trees should be repotted once a year, while large peace jasmine trees should be repotted every 2 to 3 years. When repotting, replace 1/3 of the old soil and cut off necrotic roots to ensure normal growth of the peace jasmine tree.

How to propagate the peace lily

Cutting time

The best time for cuttings of peace lily is generally from April to May in the first half of the year and from September to October in the second half of the year, when the temperature is between 22 and 28 degrees Celsius.

Cutting method

Prepare materials: Prepare the flower pots for cuttings. You can choose pure vermiculite as the soil for faster rooting. Disinfect the soil before cuttings.

Branch selection: You can cut the strong branches of the peace lily, preferably in the morning when there is dew or on a cloudy day. Keep the branches 10~15 cm and 2~3 leaves. Or combine pruning and use the cut branches for cuttings.

Cutting method: Soak the bottom of the branch in the rooting agent for 2 to 3 hours, and then insert it directly into the soil. Water thoroughly after 4 days to ensure sufficient humidity. Provide appropriate light in the morning and evening, and it will take about 25 days to take root. After 1 to 2 months, when the roots grow to 5 to 6 cm, they can be planted in pots.

Four seasons maintenance methods

spring

Move the peace lily outdoors: Around the Qingming Festival, move the peace lily outdoors. In late spring and early summer, provide appropriate shade and keep the soil in the pot moist without accumulating water.

Disease prevention: Moving from indoors to outdoors is a process of sudden environmental change. During this period, the peace lily may be maladaptive to the changes in the environment, and various diseases and pests may breed. Observe the growth of the leaves in time, spray Bordeaux liquid once every half a month for prevention, and remove diseased leaves in time if found.

summer

Shade: The first priority in summer is to provide shade, bright diffuse light will do. If there are no conditions for outdoor maintenance, you can place it in an air-conditioned room, but it needs to be moved outdoors every month for restorative maintenance and gradually increase the light.

Spraying water: The temperature is high in summer. When the temperature exceeds 32°C, you should spray water on the leaves frequently to clean the leaves and ensure a certain humidity to maintain vigorous growth.

Insect prevention: Summer is the peak season for insect pests on peace trees. Leaf rollers will appear on the leaves, so spray pesticides in time.

Autumn

Water control: After the temperature drops, reduce the amount of watering, but you can spray water around the environment frequently. It can be exposed to rain appropriately, but make sure that there is no water accumulation in the soil of the pot.

Top dressing: When the temperature drops to 15℃, apply two consecutive applications of 0.2%~0.3% potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution to enhance the plant's cold resistance and ensure its safe wintering.

winter

Insulation: Small plants of peace holly are not cold-resistant (large plants are slightly cold-resistant) and need to be brought indoors in time, and the wintering temperature should not be lower than 5℃.

Water control: Control watering in winter and keep the soil relatively dry. If the indoor temperature is high, water thoroughly once a month. Stop any form of fertilization to avoid root damage.

Breeding precautions

Rain

For peace lilies grown outdoors, proper rain can promote their growth. However, after the water level exceeds 30%, you should check whether there is water accumulation in the pot soil, drain the water in time, and loosen the soil.

Disease prevention

The peace pine tree has dense branches and leaves. During the growth period, the leaves are prone to turning yellow and drying up. Spray the leaves with pesticides in time to avoid serious disease. It should also be noted that yellowing leaves may also cause root rot. If there is no change after spraying, check the roots in time and take appropriate measures.

Frequently Asked Questions

1.Why doesn’t the peace lily grow anymore?

Question from CrazyY Crazy__ct: Please help me see what’s wrong with my peace lily tree. It’s been more than two months since I bought it, but it hasn’t grown any new leaves.

My answer

It takes a month to acclimate the plant, and the current temperature is not the best for growth. It will grow rapidly after autumn, so don’t be impatient!

2. Is there any hope if the leaves turn yellow?

Yuewu Yunxi’s question: The peace lily in my garden has grown into this state, can it still be saved? ?

My answer

Of course, cut off the yellowing leaves first. Secondly, find out the reasons for the yellowing, such as insect pests, improper watering, improper fertilization, exposure to the sun, hot and stuffy environment, etc. Analyze them one by one and take appropriate measures. If you don’t know the specific reasons, look here for detailed reasons and solutions for the yellowing of peace lily leaves!

3. The peace tree remains the same after two years?

Charm_Changle's question: I bought a peace tree two years ago and placed it next to a window with plenty of sunlight, but it just won't grow. The store owner told me not to water it too often, so how come it has been growing until now? But no leaves are growing!

My answer

The money tree likes water and can only grow fast with sufficient water and sunlight. This peace lily tree should have no problem with sunlight, but it clearly lacks water and fertilizer. If the environment is more open, you can spray water every day to ensure that the leaves are clean and shiny; water once every 10 to 15 days, except in winter; and add a little ferrous sulfate solution to the soil every month. Soon the leaves will become more shiny and will grow slowly.

However, it is summer now and the temperature is high, so the growth rate of the peace lily is slow, and there will be obvious changes in autumn.