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Check these first
- Feel the soil to see if it is waterlogged or completely dry.
- Check the drainage holes to ensure they are not blocked.
- Observe if the plant recovers after the sun goes down.
Likely causes
Overwatering
PossibleHow to tell: The leaves look limp and may turn yellow before drooping. The soil will feel heavy and wet to the touch even days after watering.
What to do: Stop watering immediately and ensure the pot has excellent drainage. If the soil stays wet, repot the plant into fresh, well draining potting mix.
Heat stress
PossibleHow to tell: The plant wilts during the hottest part of the day but perks up by evening. This happens when the plant loses water faster than the roots can absorb it.
What to do: Provide partial shade during the afternoon hours when the sun is most intense. Water the plant deeply whenever the top few inches of soil are dry, and check the soil more often during hot weather.
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When to worry
Worry if the plant remains wilted even after the soil has been watered or if the stems start to feel mushy. It is normal for a plant to show slight fatigue during a heatwave.
Stopping it coming back
Only water when the top few inches of soil are dry. Provide a spot with protection from the harsh afternoon sun.
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Questions people ask
- Is my plant dying if it droops?
- Not necessarily, as drooping is often a temporary reaction to environmental stress. Once you correct the watering or light, it should bounce back.
- How do I know if I watered too much?
- If the soil feels like a wet sponge and the leaves are losing their firmness, you have likely overwatered. Let the soil dry out significantly before adding more water.
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