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  1. Thank you for this interesting information! As a physician, I certainly understand stress, but am curious how quickly low temperatures can adversely affect a Peace lily?

    Can a few hours of temperature one night below 40 degrees F cause significant harm? I certainly understand that temperatures below 32 degrees F long enough to freeze the water inside the leaves would be detrimental in that cells would be killed, but how does the damage occur above the freezing temperature?

    1. Hello!

      As a physician, you’ll appreciate that Peace lilies, like us, can experience stress from less-than-ideal conditions. A few hours below 40°F can indeed stress them, leading to wilting or blackening leaves. While it’s not as immediately catastrophic as freezing, cold temperatures can slow down their metabolism, leading to reduced water uptake and potential cell damage. It’s best to keep them in their comfort zone, above 45°F, to avoid any chilly setbacks.

      Keep that Peace lily cozy and it’ll thank you with its lush beauty! 🌱🌡️

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