Latest Solutions for Yellowing and Blackening Leaves of Gloxinia

Gloxinia is a potted plant, and because its flowers are relatively large and pink in color, many flower lovers have started growing gloxinia at home, placing it in places like the living room or balcony. During the growing process, everyone may encounter some problems, such as leaves suddenly turning black and yellowing. So in this chapter, the editor will specifically explain this problem to everyone. Let's take a look together below!

1. What to do when gloxinia turns black and yellow

1. Water appropriately

Gloxinia is a relatively drought-tolerant plant, so there is no need to water it every day. Pay attention to watering as little as possible, and follow the rule of not watering when the soil is not dry. Also, correct a common misconception, which is also a kind of obsessive-compulsive habit many people have: do not assume it is short of water or dry just because the soil surface looks white. In fact, that is not the case. If you scrape away the surface layer a bit, you will find that the inside is still moist. In addition, gloxinia enters dormancy in winter when the temperature drops to a certain level. Once it enters dormancy, you do not need to water it; watering once every month or two is fine. Do not water the leaves directly, because the fine hairs on its leaves will produce water spots when they touch water, causing the gloxinia leaves to rot.

2. Absorb enough scattered light

For a potted flowering plant like gloxinia, do not expose it to direct strong light. The best placement is in a place with scattered light. Of course, this is for when it is in the mature flowering stage. If it is in the seedling stage, then in winter it should receive sufficient sunlight, with some direct light and scattered light.

3. Clean the leaves after fertilizing

Many of us have this habit of leaving things alone after fertilizing, but this is actually very wrong. If fertilizer that has not been fully absorbed remains on the leaves, it will cause the leaves to rot, so after fertilizing we must rinse the leaves clean with clear water.

2. What to do when gloxinia drops leaves

Gloxinia leaf drop is generally related to watering; other factors will not cause it to drop leaves. When watering gloxinia, be careful not to water directly onto the leaves, as this will damage the leaves, and over time this will cause the leaves to fall. When watering, also maintain air humidity. It is best to water by misting, and also spray water around the pot.

The above are the solutions for yellowing and blackening leaves of gloxinia. Because gloxinia has relatively good drought tolerance, everyone must pay attention when watering, and also when fertilizing. Fertilizer will react with the air, so it will rot the leaves, causing them to turn black and yellow, and even fall off. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please continue to follow Qinnong Net!