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- Check the soil moisture with your finger.
- Inspect the plant for drafts or heat sources.
- Look for tiny webbing on the undersides of leaves.
Likely causes
Overwatering
Most likelyHow to tell: The lower leaves turn yellow and soft before falling off. The soil stays wet for more than two weeks.
What to do: Stop watering immediately and let the top 2 inches of soil dry out completely. If the soil is soggy, repot the plant into fresh, well draining soil.
Sudden Temperature Change
Most likelyHow to tell: Leaves drop suddenly after you move the plant to a new spot or place it near a drafty window. The leaves may look healthy otherwise.
What to do: Move your plant to a stable location away from air conditioning vents or heaters. Keep the temperature between 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
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When to worry
It is normal for the oldest bottom leaves to yellow and drop as the plant grows. Worry if multiple leaves fall off in a single week.
Stopping it coming back
Keep your plant in a consistent spot and wait until the top inch of soil is dry before watering again.
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Questions people ask
- Will my plant grow back where it lost leaves?
- No, the stem will remain bare where leaves have fallen. You can prune the top to encourage branching if the plant looks too sparse.
- Is leaf drop always bad?
- Not always. It is a natural part of the aging process for the lowest leaves to die off as the plant grows taller.
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