Family: Araceae
Common Name: Peace Lily ‘Sunshine Dream’
Botanical Name: Spathiphyllum wallisii ‘Sunshine Dream’
Introducing the Peace Lily Sunshine Dream! This Spathiphyllum is perfect for low-light rooms and adds a touch of personality with its vibrant leaves. This beautiful plant is known for its yellow-green foliage color. And, you don't have to worry about too much sunshine for this plant - just the perfect amount for a glowing effect!
Light
Peace Lily Sunshine Dream plants are extremely adaptable because of its ability to live comfortably in a wide range of indirect light (low to bright). The more indirect light the Peace Lily Sunshine Dream gets, the more it will bloom. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight. Also, prevent your plant from getting too much shade because it can cause damage to your plants overall well-being.
Water
Your Peace Lily Sunshine Dream needs to have consistently moist soil, but never let it sit in standing water. It will droop alarmingly when you miss a watering, but don’t worry – it will recover in a matter of hours once you water it. If this dryness causes it to lose a few lower leaves, just remove the dead leaves, and more will grow.
Soil
Peace Lily Sunshine Dream plants love loose, nutrient-rich potting soil. Use a soil medium that can retain moisture but also allows for draining excess water to avoid root rot. Most pre-mixed soils will suffice. Ensure that there is plenty of organic matter, like coco-coir, peat moss, or shredded leaves, and avoid soils that contain moisture retaining crystals. Also, the soils pH level range should be between 6.0 and 7.0, as that is what this type of plant prefers. If your soil drains too quickly, we recommend re-potting your plant into a compost-rich soil mixture, with less drainage materials. Learn how to create your own universal soil mixture for all of your indoor plants!
Temperature
It is more common than not, that your Peace Lily Sunshine Dream will grow in most household temperatures ranging from 60-80℉. However this plant does not like the temperature to drop below 50℉. Keep it away from drafts and doorways during the winter months. Any exposure to severe drops in temperatures can be very damaging to your plant.
Humidity
Average household humidity levels are fine for your Peace Lily Sunshine Dream, but if you are seeing brown leaf tips even though you are watering regularly, then you might have very low humidity in your home. In this case, consider adding a humidifier for a healthier, happier plant. Ideally, your plant will live its best light in humidity levels that are between 40% and 60%. This is due to those levels replicating the plant original environment.
Fertilizer
In the growing season, fertilize your Peace Lily Sunshine Dream plant once a month with a complete liquid fertilizer, ½-strength of recommended dilution. This is especially important when the plant is blooming. Make sure you water your plant well before you apply any fertilizer to it. This is important for your plant to not get burned. Learn how and when to fertilize your houseplants!
Growth Rate
Generally, Peace Lily Sunshine Dream plants are moderate growers and depending on the variety, can take up to 5 years to reach its full height. They rarely exceed over 4' high and 4' wide. (Again, this depends on their environment and provided care!) When they have matured fully, they are able to reach a height of 12 to 24 inches (30 to 60 cm). Keep in mind though, that factors such as the pot size can play a role in the mature height for a Peace Lily Sunshine Dream.
Pet Friend or Foe
Peace Lily Sunshine Dream are mildly toxic to pets! Foe!
Pro Tips
- Ensure your plant is given the right amount of lighting that it requires to thrive. Never place your Peace Lily Sunshine Dream under the sunlight directly to prevent the leaves from burning.
- Be cautious of any pests such as spider mites or mealybugs and if they are present, it is recommended that you use insecticidal soap.
- Keep your plants beauty by taking proper care of it! Protect it from factors that can negatively impact your plants overall health and appearance!