Should I cut off yellow leaves?

Yes, remove them with clean scissors to keep the plant looking tidy and prevent rot.

Can too much sun cause yellowing?

Yes, direct hot sun can scorch the leaves and cause them to lose their green color.

Why are my chervil leaves turning yellow? Causes and fixes

Check these first

Touch the soil to feel for excess moisture.
Check the pot for drainage holes.
Inspect the undersides of leaves for tiny insects.

Likely causes

Overwatering
Most likely
How to tell: The soil feels soggy and the leaves look limp or pale yellow.
What to do: Let the top inch of soil dry out before watering again. Ensure your pot has drainage holes so excess water can escape.
Nutrient deficiency
Possible
How to tell: Older leaves turn yellow while the plant stops growing vigorously.
What to do: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Do this once every 4 weeks during the growing season.

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Find out what's wrong with your chervil

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

Worry if the yellowing spreads rapidly across the whole plant. It is normal for the very oldest bottom leaves to fade as the plant matures.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the soil consistently damp but never waterlogged.

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Questions people ask

Should I cut off yellow leaves?: Yes, remove them with clean scissors to keep the plant looking tidy and prevent rot.
Can too much sun cause yellowing?: Yes, direct hot sun can scorch the leaves and cause them to lose their green color.

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