I see the confusion many have regarding my original question. I wanted to know a remedy to Peace Lily leaves with their tips starting to point downwards over time and towards the side instead of straight and tips pointing upwards when I first get them. The wilting or the plant getting thirsty was to give some info on how often my plant needs watering. I did that once to see how long the Lily can go without water. Referring to stonesriver Linda's post, similarly to your Peace Lily, mines have many leaves that looks like your outer leaves that forms a rainbow which is exactly the question I'm asking. I feel they are weak leaves being unable to support their own weight. I was thinking of getting answers of "bending towards light, lack of light, or lack of a XXX nutrient causing weak vein and stems." With my light meter, I measured around 3000-6000 LUX with sensor on top of the leaves that are facing my North window which is getting indirect light (light that is bounced off). For comparison, I have two 100-Watt equivalent full-spectrum fluorescent bulbs attached to a ceiling light fixture with my max ceiling height being 8 feet. Placing the peace lily on the ground and measuring from the top leaves gets around 400-600 LUX when the bulbs reach full brightness.

I have many many types of lilies. You might call it my experimental farm. I think orientals are the least dependable with some varieties handling the weather better than others. They bloom so late and often a frost gets them before they can die back properly and nourish themselves. South side of the house with WELL DRAINED loamy soil and planted under the eaves works best in the north. Secondly mulching the less hardy lilies with leaves or straw to prevent the freeze thaw cycle that kills them is a must. The reason I say under the eaves is because if it starts raining when they are budding out you get deformed flowers or none at all and also it extends their growing season. You can grow almost any lily in the north but if you write to Valley K greenhouses or the Lily Garden they will give you recommendations. Purchasing large, non dehydrated bulbs in the spring certainly aids in survival. I pot spring bulbs up and when they start budding. I don't miss a season but rather have some early bloomers. Triumphator (orientpet) had four stalks the second year and some blooming size bulbs. It is on the south side of the yard, not by the house but with the roses so it is fed well and in a raised bed. Silk Road is doing well as are species lilies and three or four types of trumpets that are wintering over on the south side of the house and blooming well. Good soil first and foremost and I repeat mulching and spring planting helps as well as healthy bulbs like B & B sells. Asiatics for the most part are much easier but there are some such as the doubles, Italia and others that are not so hardy. I hope this helps and I will answer any questions I can about any of the varieties I am growing. I do a lot of experimenting so next year will bring more knowledge. Many times your oriental will be alive but will not bloom if it is nipped in the spring and this can go on for two or three years and then it blooms. I forgot to mention bulb food helps when used at planting time. Your bulbs will be much larger.

Hi - I have brugs to trade for other plants. They are noid and I don't know the color. I am looking for all sorts of plants. Here are some to give you an idea of what I like : pink bleeding heart agapanthus iron cross oxalis ferns evergreens hydrangeas daylilies flowering shrubs or bushes hellebores persicaria clerodendruns bananas tropicals asiatic lilies calla lilies vines / tropicals easter lilies tiger lilies hibiscus geraniums blackberry lily herbs peonies lambs ears house plants violets turks cap hostas coneflower dianthus butterfly bush spider lilies philodendrons variegated plants most anything fragrant etc...or? I would like a mix of plants for color , interest and texture. Please email me directly and put ''brugs'', in the subject line as garden web email has been having some problems. And, I don't get to check my posts too often. Thank you. tina _2

Hi - I have brugs to trade for other plants. They are noid and I don't know the color. I am looking for all sorts of plants. Here are some to give you an idea of what I like : pink bleeding heart agapanthus iron cross oxalis ferns evergreens hydrangeas daylilies flowering shrubs or bushes hellebores persicaria clerodendruns bananas tropicals asiatic lilies calla lilies vines / tropicals easter lilies tiger lilies hibiscus geraniums blackberry lily herbs peonies lambs ears house plants violets turks cap hostas coneflower dianthus butterfly bush spider lilies philodendrons variegated plants most anything fragrant etc...or? I would like a mix of plants for color , interest and texture. Please email me directly and put ''brugs'', in the subject line as garden web email has been having some problems. And, I don't get to check my posts too often. Thank you. tina _2