How to propagate Peace lily

Division of a rooted clump

Established peace lilies with multiple crowns or dense growth at the base.

1. Water the plant lightly a day before dividing so the root ball is easier to handle, but do not make the soil soggy.
2. Slide the plant from its pot and gently remove enough soil to see the crowns and roots.
3. Look for separate leafy crowns arising from the base. Choose sections that have their own roots; each division should ideally have several healthy leaves and a firm root portion.
4. Tease the crowns apart with your fingers. If roots are tightly joined, use a clean, sharp knife to make a careful cut between crowns while preserving roots on both sections.
5. Discard dead, black, or mushy roots and remove damaged leaves with clean scissors.
6. Pot each division at the same depth it was previously growing in, using a loose, well-draining indoor potting mix and a container with drainage holes.
7. Water thoroughly, allowing excess water to drain, then place in bright, indirect light away from harsh sun and cold drafts.
8. Keep the mix evenly moist but not waterlogged while the division re-establishes. Reduce watering if the plant is not using water quickly.