How to solve the problem of Schefflera falling leaves

1. Inappropriate light exposure

Reason: Inadequate light exposure can cause Schefflera to drop leaves. The main reason for leaf fall is strong sunlight exposure in summer or long-term placement in places with insufficient light.

Solution: When caring for the Schefflera arborvitae in summer, it should be placed indoors around noon and on the balcony in the morning and evening. If it is placed in a place with insufficient light for a long time, it should be moved to a place with bright light and maintained for a period of time and it will resume normal growth.

2. Improper watering

Reason: Improper watering can cause Schefflera to drop leaves. Too much watering can cause root rot, while too little watering and dry soil can cause leaves to fall.

Solution: Place the Schefflera in a bright and ventilated place, spray it with water more often and water it less often, until its new leaves grow out and then switch to normal maintenance.

3. Temperature discomfort

Reason: The leaves of Schefflera may fall off due to unsuitable temperature. Freezing in low temperatures and heating in high temperatures will cause leaves to fall.

Solution: The leaf falling problem can be solved by placing the Schefflera arborvitae in an environment of 15 to 25 degrees.

4. Improper soil

Reason: Excessive alkalinity or excessive stickiness and air and water-impermeability will cause the Schefflera to drop leaves.

Solution: When the alkalinity is too high, you can add ferrous sulfate fertilizer to improve the pH value, reducing the alkalinity to a weak acid. When the soil is too sticky, you need to repot or relocate the pot to allow air to flow and loosen the soil.

5. Infection by pests and diseases

Cause: Infection by pests and diseases can also cause Schefflera to drop leaves.

Solution: If it is an insect pest, you need to catch the insects or use pesticides. If it is a leaf disease, cut off the diseased leaves. If the whole plant is affected, fungicide needs to be sprayed.