Solve the mystery and nurse your plant back to health.
But the reasons for the color change and the methods for fixing it can require some sleuth work.
Here are the most common reasons why plant leaves turn yellow and how to prevent it from happening again.
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And it’s a call for help.
Still, there are some common causes for yellowing leaves that you could look for.
“Excessive watering can suffocate a plant’s roots,” Blank says.
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“This causes root rot, which prevents the plant from absorbing nutrients properly and results in yellow leaves.
Underwatering can cause dehydration and nutrient deficiencies, leading to yellowing leaves.”
Excessive light for plants can lead to pale andsometimesburnt leaves.
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Not enough light is also harmful to plant growth.
While some plants require full sunlight, othersthrive in the shade.
So, it’s important to know how much light a particular plant needs and adhere to the recommendations.
Pests or Disease
Several different infections or infestations could cause plant leaves to turn yellow.
“Pests likespider mitesor aphids can suck the plant’s sap, causing yellowing leaves,” Blank explains.
“Fungal or bacterial infections can also lead to yellow spots or overall yellowing of leaves.”
Additionally, plants get nutrients from water and air.
Temperature Changes
Plants grow best when kept at an appropriate temperature for their throw in.
Much like humans, plants don’t like to be too hot or too cold.
For example, if tropical plants get too cold, their leaves may turn yellow.
If exposed to too-cold temperatures for an extended period, the leaves may even turn brown.
From changes in yourplant careroutine to patience, here are the best ways to fix yellowing plant leaves.
Work to fix whatever the plant needs, whether lighting, watering, or fertilizing.
With watering, it may be best to stick to a happy medium.
Prune the Plant
A littlepruning can helpkeep the rest of the plant healthy.
Additionally, remove diseased or dying parts to make room for new growth.
“It takes time to show signs of improvement,” Blank says.
“Be patient and consistent with your care routine before making drastic changes.”
Adjusting your plant care regimen early can help keep even a single leaf from turning yellow.
But in some instances, the plant could be too far gone to be saved.
Despite fixing the issue causing the yellowing, it’s usually too late.
Yellow leaves on plants don’t necessarily mean the overall plant is dying.
Sometimes, older leaves turn yellow and shed.
Use a sterile cutting tool to remove yellow leavesdon’t pull them off.
Let the leaf turn completely yellow before cutting it since the plant continues to absorb leftover nutrients from it.
Cut the leaf only, leaving the stem.
