What to do if the tips of the spathiphyllum leaves begin to dry out: proven recommendations will save “women's happiness”

13.01.2023 10:36

Spathiphyllum with its snow-white petals that resemble sails can decorate any room.

However, according to the expert of the online publication Belnovosti, scientist agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , breeders of “women’s happiness” often encounter the problem of drying out tips of green leaves.

Of course, this has a negative impact on the appearance of the spathiphyllum.

First of all, it is necessary to find out the reason for such, certainly unpleasant phenomenon. There is a whole complex of factors that can bring the flower to such a state.

These include dry air, lack or excess of nutrients, watering errors, inappropriate lighting and, of course, pests.

Spathiphyllum
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Oddly enough, proper care of the spathiphyllum will help to correct the situation.

You will have to set aside one day a week to wipe the damaged leaves with a soap solution.

Don't forget to get rid of dried leaves by cutting them off with sharp scissors - this simple action will stimulate the growth of young foliage.

Do not leave the plant in a draft and pamper it with a warm shower from time to time.

Depending on the reason that caused the yellowing of the tips of the leaves, you should provide the spathiphyllum with a suitable temperature within the range of +22-23 degrees, and also take care of diffused lighting and sufficient duration of daylight (at least 10 hours per day).

Optimal humidity can be created with a special humidifier. Finally, review the watering and fertilizing regime.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Internet resource editor