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Peace liliesare low-maintenance houseplants for various reasons.

They grow moderately fast, so they only need to be repotted every two to three years.

Also, peace lilies are one of the houseplants that do well when they are slightly root-bound.

Repotting peace lily

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Instead of taking the two-year rule literally, read the signs that a peace lily requires repotting.

These include:

If you observe any of the above conditions, its time to repot your peace lily.

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Repotting peace lily

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A terracotta or unglazed clay pot is ideal because it wicks away excess moisture.

If your peace lily shows repotting shock, give it time to adjust.

The plant growth may initially also slow down after repotting.

Steps for how to repot a peace lily

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North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension.

Peace Lily: Houseplant How-To.

South Dakota State University Extension.

Repotting a peace lily plant

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Peace Lily.Clemson University Cooperative Extension.