What to do if the leaves fall off the moon rabbit ears

The reason why the moon rabbit ears drop leaves

Leaf aging

After a long period of growth, the Moon Rabbit Ears gradually grew into a large plant and sprouted more and more new leaves. At this time, you will find that the leaves near the roots of the Moon Rabbit Ears plant have been growing for a long time.

Just like an old man in his twilight years, these leaves are no longer as full of vitality as the new leaves, and are no longer able to obtain more nutrients. You will find that these leaves will turn yellow, shrink, or even fall off.

Temperature is too low

Moon rabbit ears like warm climates, avoid high temperatures but are not cold-resistant either. Low temperature is a major obstacle to the growth of moon rabbit ears. When the temperature is too low, the moon rabbit ears are easily frostbitten, causing them to wilt and their leaves to fall off, affecting their growth.

Too shaded

The Moon Rabbit's Ears like light, and only with light can they come alive. Some people worry that the sunlight is too strong so they shade the moon rabbit ears. This can indeed protect the moon rabbit ears from hot weather.

But be careful not to over-shade. If the plant is too shaded and cannot get sunlight for a long time, it will not only cause it to grow too tall, but also cause it to lose leaves.

Improper watering

How to water the moon rabbit ears is actually a difficult problem, because if the soil in the pot is too dry or too wet, the leaves at the base of the moon rabbit ears will shrink and fall off.

If you water too much, the soil in the pot will be too wet, causing leaves to fall or even root rot. If you water too little and the soil in the pot is too dry, the moon rabbit ears will not get the water they need to grow, and the leaves will lack water, turn yellow, or even fall off.

What to do if the leaves fall off the moon rabbit ears

Prune when leaves age

Remove yellow and shriveled leaves in time, remove fallen leaves, and prune appropriately.

Maintaining Temperature

In winter, you should keep warm and place the Moon Rabbit Ears indoors.

Keep enough light

Appropriate shading is acceptable, but the moon rabbit ears must not be deprived of sun exposure. It will grow well if it gets more light.

Control Moisture

Follow the principle of watering thoroughly when the soil is dry, and keep the soil in the pot slightly moist.