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- Check the soil moisture with your finger to see if it is bone dry.
- Inspect the leaves for any signs of pests or fungal growth.
- Review your watering schedule to ensure you are not skipping weeks.
Likely causes
Inconsistent watering
Most likelyHow to tell: The leaf tips turn dry and crispy while the rest of the leaf remains green. This happens when the plant goes through cycles of extreme drought followed by heavy watering.
What to do: Stick to a consistent schedule of watering every 7 to 14 days. Ensure the top inch of soil is dry before you water, and soak the soil thoroughly until water drains out.
Low humidity or heat stress
PossibleHow to tell: The tips brown during periods of intense, dry heat. The leaves may also feel brittle to the touch.
What to do: Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant to help the soil retain moisture. During extreme heat waves, provide a little extra water to keep the root zone cool.
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When to worry
A few brown tips on older leaves are normal as the plant ages. Worry if the browning spreads rapidly toward the center of the leaves or affects new growth.
Stopping it coming back
Maintain a steady watering routine and use mulch to keep the soil environment stable.
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Questions people ask
- Should I trim off the brown tips?
- You can trim the brown tips with clean scissors for aesthetic reasons. Just be careful not to cut into the healthy green tissue of the leaf.
- Could this be a disease?
- If the browning is accompanied by a white, powdery coating on the leaves, it is likely powdery mildew. In that case, improve air circulation and avoid overhead watering.
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