What to do if the leaves of Begonia turn yellow

1. Water

1. Lack of water

Reason: When you find that its leaves are turning yellow, you need to check whether it is lacking water. The obvious feature is that the whole plant gradually begins to turn yellow. This situation is extremely common.

Solution: There are two ways to solve the problem of water shortage. The first is to add water to the flower pot in time to ensure sufficient water. The second method is to sprinkle some water on the leaves. It won’t take long for the leaves to recover, but be careful not to use cold water when the temperature is high.

2. Water accumulation

Reason: Although it likes a very humid environment, if it is watered too much, water will accumulate. The roots will be soaked in water for a long time and will rot, and the leaves will begin to turn yellow.

Solution: When the leaves turn yellow, you need to pick off the yellow leaves first, then loosen the soil for the flower, and place it in a ventilated place to allow the roots to breathe. After about 10 days, the plant will return to normal, but you must be careful when watering, and never let water accumulate in the pot.

2. Lighting

Reason: Although it likes sunlight, the time it is exposed to the sun cannot be too long, but it cannot be too short, otherwise it will cause the leaves to turn yellow.

Solution: When the leaves turn yellow, if it is caused by insufficient light, you need to give it appropriate sunlight every morning. If it is caused by excessive light, you need to move it to a cool place and water it appropriately to replenish moisture for the plant.

3. Fertilization

Reason: Although it likes fertilizer, it needs to be fertilized basically every month, otherwise it will be malnourished and the leaves will begin to turn yellow. However, when applying fertilizer, the concentration should not be too high, because this will cause it to have an excess of nutrients, the plant will start to grow wildly, and the leaves will begin to turn yellow. This is caused by fertilizer damage.

Solution: First, wash the potting soil with water in time, and clean out the excess fertilizer and water, or replace part of the soil. In order to allow its leaves to return to normal as soon as possible, it is also necessary to give it appropriate water.

4. Pests and diseases

Cause: If the yellowing of leaves is not caused by the above reasons, then you need to see if it is caused by insect pests.

Solution: If the yellowing of leaves is caused by pests and diseases, you need to take good care of it, apply medication in time, and cut off the parts that have been damaged by the disease.