Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii) – White-Flowered Evergreen Plant (Pre-Planted Reindeer Pot)

The peace lily is a popular evergreen plant, loved for its glossy, deep green leaves and elegant white flowers. This one arrives already planted in a Reindeer Pot, so there is no potting or preparation. Simply put it in place and enjoy it.

The peace lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii, also called White Sails) forms an upright clump of arching, lance-shaped leaves. In spring and early summer it produces white spathes around a creamy-white spadix, and with good care it may flower again in autumn. It is easy to look after and suits plant lovers of all experience levels, which makes it a long-lasting living gift.

It does best in a warm, bright spot out of direct sunlight, and it copes with lower light too. It is frost tender and will not tolerate temperatures below about 12°C, so keep it away from cold draughts. Let the top layer of compost dry slightly between waterings and avoid waterlogging. If it is left too dry the leaves wilt dramatically, but it recovers within hours of watering.

Misting the leaves occasionally helps maintain humidity. Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertiliser from spring to summer, and wipe the leaves gently with a damp cloth to keep them clean.

Peace lilies are harmful if eaten and can irritate the skin and eyes. They are toxic to cats and dogs, so keep them out of reach.

Cultural Information

• Common Name: Peace Lily, White Sails
• Botanical Name: Spathiphyllum wallisii
• Fully Grown Height and Spread: Approx. 45-65cm tall and 30-50cm wide (variety dependent)
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming and upright, with arching lance-shaped leaves
• Perfect For: A gift, or a table display in a warm, bright room
• Foliage: Deep glossy green, evergreen
• Flowering Time: Spring and early summer, may flower again in autumn with good care
• Flower Colour: White spathe around a creamy-white spadix
• Planting Position: Bright, indirect light to partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight
• Hardiness: Frost tender. Needs a warm spot above about 12°C, with an ideal range of 15-23°C
• Maintenance: Low
• Seasonal Interest: Spring and early summer flowers, evergreen leaves all year
• Type: Evergreen perennial