The bushy peace lily (Spathiphyllum) is another interesting subtype of the common peace lily, however, it should be noted that it has a bushy cylindrical structure and dense foliage. Being a native indoor plant, this species is endowed with beautiful leaves and flowers, but it is also a living filtration system for your room. This paper will discuss the nature of the bushy peace lily, how to grow a bushy peace lily, and crucial peace lily care that will help a peace lily bush thrive in a person’s house.

What is a Bushy Peace Lily?

The bushy peace lily is a more complete peace lily of considerable weight and bulk than its other types and varieties. This mature growth feature makes it delightful for any plant lover who wants to find bright and green supporting indoor potted plants. While there is a peace lily with a long and slender leaf, there is a bushy type which has a more elegant and rounded appearance.

Unique Features

• Foliage: Bushy peace lily leaves are broad, elongate, dark green, and may be up to 30 cm long and 15 cm wide. These leaves are also quite thick and smooth, which with other leaves contributes to the beauty of the plant.
• Petals: Same as other peace lilies, the bush type has ornamental white spathes which are able to rebloom several times within a year. They emerge above the leaves, creating a beautiful scene.
• Height: This particular plant is on average around 24 to 36 inches long making it usable for office tables or flooring copes.

Why Opt For A Bushy Peace Lily?

There are many reasons why one should opt to buy a bushy peace lily for their house:

Air Effectiveness

Peace lily is well known for its ability to cleanse air indoors. They are able to get rid of toxic substances such as formaldehyde, benzene or trichloroethylene thereby improving the health conditions of the occupants.

Less Effort

Bushy peace lilies can be quite forgiving to most errors with regards to care. They don’t require bright sunlight or a lot of moist soil which can suit many center days.

Beauty

This plant is bushy and thus decorates the room space with ease. The beautiful leaves and flowers of this plant highlights the presence of other ornaments in the house regardless of the design.

Ideal Growing Conditions

In order to achieve success with your bushy peace lily, it’s important to give the right growing conditions. Discussed below are some factors that are important to take into account:

Light Requirements

Bushy peace lilies, then again, flourish best in bright, but indirect-light conditions. Bushy peace lilies can grow in low-light conditions, but too little light will limit the number of blooms. This means placing the plants in a shaded area, avoiding excessive heat from direct sunlight.

Temperature and Humidity

65°F to 85°F (18°C to 29°C) is the optimum temperature to encourage growth. It requires higher humidity levels of more than 50% if possible. Your house may be dry, especially in winter. In that case, humidifiers or water trays with plants can be employed.

Soil Type

Sponge retains the moisture to give these bushy peace lilies a growing happiness. For normal house plants mixture would work just right since it will ensure moisture is retained but will not be water logged. Lastly ensure that the container has drainage holes otherwise the roots will rot.

Watering Your Bushy Peace Lily

In order to keep your bushy peace lily healthy, it is important to know how to water the plant properly. For that, here are some tips that you should know on how to manage the watering: 

• Frequency: Water the plant once the top inch’s soil is dry. This means that most times watering could be needed every 1 to 2 weeks based on the humidity and temperature of the place.   
• Signs of Underwatering: When your plant is wilting or when the potassium and magnesium leaves are yellowing, that is the plant’s distress signs that it needs a good drink of water. The moment you see these signs, kindly take the peace lily and give it lots of water.   
• Signs of Overwatering: Overwatering also poses its own hazards, which is root rot. It is therefore important to check for brown mushy roots and rotten smell from the pot and alter that watering regime.

Fertilizing Your Bushy Peace Lily

Bushy peace lilies do not need a lot of fertilizers, nevertheless, adding certain nutrients would be useful as it will increase the concentration of flowers. These are fertilization tips: 

• Type of Fertilizer: Half strength of regular topdressing liquid fertilizers as a general rule should be applied. This is necessary because while the plant will be fed with nutrients, it won’t be overfed.   
• Frequency: It is necessary to fertilize every 6 to 8 weeks within the growing season (spring, and summer). Inside the pot, peas plants do not need to be fed during the fall and winter if such trees are allowed to go dormant.
• Signs of Nutrient Deficiency: Leaf color changes or alterations in growth can sometimes be a sign that your plant requires more nutrients than it is currently getting.

Pruning and Maintenance

Frequent trimming and taking care of your bushy peace lily is always necessary for it to stay healthy. Some of the basic procedures include:

Pruning

1. Remove Dead Leaves: Cut off all the yellowish and browning leaves at the base. That will help promote new growth and enhance the general look of the plant.
2. Trim Spathes: Cut off the old flares when the flowers wilt to allow new ones to emerge.

Cleaning

Dust builds up on the leaves obscuring the light absorption of the plants. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe every two weeks to avoid dirt accumulation on the leaves.

Repotting Your Bushy Peace Lily

This type of philodendron will probably need repotting if soil quality declines or when it is growing out of its pot. Here’s how to do it:

• Timing: It is advisable to repot your potted plants in the spring when they are still growing.
• Choose a New Pot: Buy pots which are one to two sizes larger.
• Remove the Plant: Carefully pull the plant out of the pot hold to avoid breaking its roots.
• Examine the Roots: Cut off for any dead or diseased roots should the plant have been taken out prior to repotting.
• Satisfy the Pot with New Soil: Provide the new pot with the required amount of fresh potting mix but be certain that the root ball does not go above the rim of the new pot.

Principal Problems And Their Solutions

Although bushy peace lily generally does fairly well, it can experience some difficulties. Below are some typical problems and their solutions:

Pests Spider Mites and Mealybugs:

This parasite do not spare your peace lily. In case you see webs or sticky stuff on the plant, you need to apply insecticidal soap or neem oil.

Leaf Discoloration

• Yellow Leaves: This could be due to too much water or not enough nutrients in the soil. Revise your watering pattern and do not hesitate to use fertilizer.
• Brown Tips: Low humidity or lack of watering could be the cause of this brown leaf tips. Water more often or make sure the humidity is not low.

Lack of Blooms

There can be instances when your bushy peace lily is not flowering as it ought to. This could reveal a shortage of bright light. Be sure to optimize the amount of blooming by ensuring the correct amount of indirect light reaches the plant.

Conclusion

The bushy peace lily is an exquisite house plant that requires the minimum amount of care. It makes the house more beautiful with its foliage and flowers as well as helping in the purification of air. With the right conditions, care, and maintenance, one cna appreciate the aesthetics of this plant for many years to come.

Final Tips

Be Patient: Once you have brought your bushy peace lily close to you, do not rush it to grow and give you satisfaction but rather let it settle down for a while.

Control Growth: Check on the organism regularly to minimize the damages and injuries it may undergo or provide the appropriate help when necessary.

Enjoy Its Beauty: Before leaving your house, ensure that you spend a minute or a few looking at the leaves and flowers of bushy peace lily.

With TLC, your bushy peace lily will thrive and add a breath of fresh air to the home.