Should I remove the yellow leaves?

Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors. This helps the plant focus its energy on healthy new growth.

Does agrimony flower?

Yes, it produces spikes of small yellow flowers in the summer. It needs plenty of sunlight and consistent moisture to bloom well.

Common agrimony: yellow leaves, causes and fixes

Check these first

Check if the soil is bone dry or completely saturated.
Look for signs of pests on the undersides of the yellowing leaves.
Examine if the yellowing is happening on older leaves or new growth.

Likely causes

Watering Issues
Most likely
How to tell: Leaves turn yellow and may drop off if the soil is consistently too wet or too dry. The plant looks wilted or stressed.
What to do: Adjust your watering schedule to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Use your finger to check the soil depth before adding more water.
Nutrient Deficiency
Possible
How to tell: Older leaves turn yellow while the veins remain green. This often happens if the plant has been in the same soil for a long time.
What to do: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the growing season. If the plant is very root bound, consider repotting it into fresh soil.

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Find out what's wrong with your common agrimony

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 few yellow leaves at the base of the plant are normal as it ages. Be concerned if the yellowing spreads rapidly across the entire plant.

Stopping it coming back

Maintain a consistent watering routine and feed the plant lightly during the spring and summer. This keeps the foliage healthy and green.

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Questions people ask

Should I remove the yellow leaves?: Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors. This helps the plant focus its energy on healthy new growth.
Does agrimony flower?: Yes, it produces spikes of small yellow flowers in the summer. It needs plenty of sunlight and consistent moisture to bloom well.

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