Peace Lily – What Does a Healthy Root System Look Like?

Have you ever noticed when paying with cash and using a large bill the cashier usually looks at the bill to make sure it is real and not counterfeit?

In fact when teaching money handlers the difference between “real” and “fake” they only show them “real” money and don’t expose them to fake. This way when they see “fake” they know it.

Root systems on house plants are no different. In my opinion the key to caring for plants and growing them well is not what is above ground but below. If you grow “good roots” the tops will follow.

It’s important to know what healthy roots look like for any species so when disease is present it can be recognized. Here’s a picture of a healthy root system on a Spathiphyllum – the “Peace Lily.”

Before you buy any plant… knock it out of the pot and look at the roots. They will tell you a lot about the plant and future success! More house plant care tips here!

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