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A lush, greenMonstera deliciosacan be the star of any plant lover’s houseplant collection.
Thisattractive tropical plantis beloved for its wide, split-edged leaves and ease of care in the right conditions.
If your monstera’sleaves start turning yellow, something could be wrong.
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Note that the occasional yellow leaf on a monstera is normal.
As the plant ages, its lower leaves will naturally yellow and drop off.
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Temperatures at or below freezing will kill leaves and damage the plant.
This can cause leaves to turn yellow and drop.
Overwatering or Underwatering
Too much or too little water can turn monstera leaves yellow.
Underwatering can result in a monstera with yellow leaves that may belimp, dry, or crispy-edged.
If the answer is no, lack of nutrients could cause yellow leaves.
Then you’re free to make adjustments that will remedy the problem and help your plant thrive.
Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air in your space.
Adjusting the temperature, blocking cold drafts, or relocating your plant can help address temperature issues.
Move a plant further from the light source if you suspect too much light is an issue.
Water More Often
Underwatering is one of the easiest things to fix.
Give the plant a good soaking.
Stop watering and allow the soil to dry out completely.
Moisture Meter
Using amoisture meteris a great way to prevent overwatering.
Use the meter to confirm when the soil is dry.
If it’s not yet dry, do not water.
Feed your monstera once per month through summer, always after watering.
To prevent monstera leaves from turning yellow in the future, consider these steps towards prevention.
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