Why Lavender Leaves Wilt and How to Fix It

1. Causes

(1) Temperature

In environments where the temperature is too high or too low, it cannot carry out normal physiological activities, so its growth is poor, and this shows up in the leaves as softness and wilting.

(2) Water

Long-term lack of water prevents it from growing normally, causing the leaves to wilt; while excessive watering causes water to accumulate in the potting soil, rotting its roots and causing its leaves to wilt.

(3) Light

Light that is too strong will scorch its leaves, causing them to wilt.

2. Measures

(1) As summer approaches, around May, the plant needs to be moved to a spot that direct sunlight cannot reach, and attention must also be paid to the level of ventilation and lowering the temperature, keeping it in a cool state, so that the plant can make it through the heat of midsummer.

(2) As for the soil, try to use a neutral soil with balanced acidity and alkalinity, and choose soil with good drainage.

(3) When watering, this plant dislikes having water around its roots, so before watering, you should check whether the inside of the plant has dried out; it is best to water when the leaves have slightly shriveled. Watering should be done in the morning, and when watering, do not pour water directly onto the leaves, as this will indirectly cause the plant's leaves to rot. If grown outdoors and rainy weather occurs, avoid letting rain fall directly on the plant.

(4) The light the plant needs is best provided as all-day exposure, and ventilation should be strengthened. During the hottest part of summer, the light duration should be reduced, and it should also be protected from strong light.

(5) As for pruning, it is best to do it in spring, which ensures a high success rate while also allowing the plant to grow more vigorously.