What to Do When Daphne Leaves Turn Yellow? Causes and Solutions

Flowers & Gardening Jan 1, 1970 0 views

When daphne leaves turn yellow, you need to take countermeasures according to the cause: if it is caused by the soil being too alkaline, move it into slightly acidic soil. If the watering is unreasonable, control the amount of water. If the fertilizer amount is unsuitable, fertilize reasonably, applying fertilizer frequently but in small amounts. If the sunlight exposure is improper, place it somewhere where it can receive plenty of diffused light.

1. Keep the soil slightly acidic

It likes to grow in loose, nutrient-rich soil. If planted in slightly alkaline soil, its leaves will gradually turn yellow. When this happens, move the plant into slightly acidic soil in time, or regularly spray the soil with FeSO4 solution.

2. Water reasonably

It likes cool, shady places and dislikes excessive water, so you must control the amount of water. If the soil is not dry, there is no need to water; if the soil is dry, you must water it thoroughly. Do not water without soaking it through, leaving the topsoil wet while the soil below is dry. If there is too much water, the roots and stems may rot because the soil is too wet. When this happens, take the plant out of the pot in time, wash the roots and stems clean, replant it in soil, and place it in a cool, windy spot.

3. Fertilize frequently but in small amounts

It likes fertilizer, and the best is well-rotted organic fertilizer, but the amount used each time must not be too much.

4. Plenty of diffused light

It fears the excessively high temperatures and scorching sunlight of summer. In summer, place it on a ventilated, shaded flower stand, or in a spot not exposed to direct sunlight. After late September, it can be exposed to full light.

5. Maintain temperature

Its cold resistance is relatively poor, so it should be moved indoors before Frost's Descent, and the temperature should be kept above 5°C. Only this can ensure its normal growth.