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Check these first
- Touch the top inch of soil to check for dampness.
- Inspect the drainage holes to ensure they are not blocked.
- Look for signs of pests on the underside of the leaves.
Likely causes
Overwatering
Most likelyHow to tell: The leaves feel soft or mushy and the soil stays wet for too long.
What to do: Let the top inch of soil dry out completely before watering again. Ensure your pot has drainage holes so excess water can escape.
Nutrient deficiency
PossibleHow to tell: The older leaves turn yellow while the plant looks generally pale.
What to do: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the growing season. Do not overfeed as this can burn the roots.
Find out what's wrong with your heath speedwell
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.
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When to worry
It is normal for the very oldest leaves at the base to turn yellow and drop occasionally. Be concerned if the yellowing spreads rapidly across the whole plant.
Stopping it coming back
Maintain a consistent watering schedule and ensure the soil has good drainage.
Heath speedwell: yellow leaves? Check yours with a photo
Every plant is a little different. Take a photo of your heath speedwell and Pocket Botanist tells you which cause is most likely, how serious it is, and what to try first. A few checks a day are free. Save the plant and you get care reminders timed for it.
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Questions people ask
- Should I cut off the yellow leaves?
- Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors to keep the plant looking tidy. This also helps you spot any new yellowing more easily.
- Can too much sun cause yellow leaves?
- Yes, direct scorching sun can bleach leaves. If the yellowing is on the side facing the light, move the plant to a spot with more shade.
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