Will my yellow leaves turn green again?

No, once a leaf has turned yellow, it will not recover its green color. It is best to remove it so the plant can focus energy on new growth.

Can low light cause yellowing?

Yes, if the plant does not get enough light, the older leaves will often yellow and drop. Move your plant to a brighter spot with some morning sun.

Flowering Maple: yellow leaves, causes and fixes

Check these first

Inspect the undersides of leaves for tiny white insects.
Check the soil moisture level with your finger.
Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes.

Likely causes

Whitefly infestation
Most likely
How to tell: You will see tiny white insects flying up when you disturb the plant. They cluster on the undersides of leaves and cause yellow mottling.
What to do: Spray the plant thoroughly with insecticidal soap every 5 to 7 days. Make sure to coat the undersides of the leaves where they hide.
Overwatering
Most likely
How to tell: The leaves turn yellow and feel soft or limp. The soil stays wet for more than a week.
What to do: Let the top inch of soil dry out completely before watering again. Ensure your pot has drainage holes so excess water can escape.

Yellow leaves on other plants

Find out what's wrong with your flowering maple

The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.

When to worry

A single yellow leaf at the base of the plant is normal aging. If the yellowing spreads rapidly across the plant, you need to act immediately.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the plant in bright indirect light and maintain a consistent watering schedule based on soil dryness.

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Questions people ask

Will my yellow leaves turn green again?: No, once a leaf has turned yellow, it will not recover its green color. It is best to remove it so the plant can focus energy on new growth.
Can low light cause yellowing?: Yes, if the plant does not get enough light, the older leaves will often yellow and drop. Move your plant to a brighter spot with some morning sun.

Guides to these causes

Whitefly

Why are my flowering maple's leaves turning yellow?

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