Plant profile
A peace lily can wilt over dry soil or damaged roots in wet soil. Check the root ball before watering, and compare new growth with old yellow leaves or brown tips.
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Keep evenly moist but never sitting in water; check pot weight before watering.
Bright indirect to moderate light; avoid harsh direct sun.
Drainage
medium
Root rot risk
medium
Lift the pot before watering because peace lilies droop from both dry and wet soil.
Check whether brown tips are old cosmetic damage or paired with yellowing.
Look for an oversized pot if drooping began after repotting.
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Check the root ball, fertilizer history, water source, and air near the leaves. Brown tips are permanent, but the cause of fresh tip burn can be corrected.
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Feel the root ball before watering. Dry soil, wet roots, and a dry center after repotting can all leave a peace lily limp.
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New soil can be wet while the original root ball is dry. Check both before deciding whether the plant needs water, time, or a corrected pot.
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Start with the pattern: one old leaf, several leaves in wet soil, dry yellowing, or pale speckles with pest marks. Each needs a different response.
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A damp pot is normal after watering. Check for trapped runoff, slower drying than usual, and worsening leaves or soft stems before deciding what to change.
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Check for a dry root ball, wet decay, pests, or a recent temperature or light change. Follow the matching rescue route and keep healthy tissue.
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