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Marina Rabin

How often to water a peace lily — experts share their tips for keeping this popular indoor plant properly hydrated

Peace lily houseplant in white pot with legs.

Peace lilies are a favourite among many houseplant owners, and make for an air-purifying, stylish addition to any home. However, if you don't know how often to water peace lilies, this easy-to-care-for plant can start drooping before your eyes.

Despite being generally very resilient, small mistakes in watering can cause larger problems for your peace lily’s health – through both over and under-watering. Knowing when to water your peace lily can take some time to get the hang of, but is an important skill to get to grips with in order to help this zen plant thrive.

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