Yellow Leaves on Pothos
What Causes Yellow Leaves on Pothos?
Yellow leaves on a pothos plant are one of the most common maladies for this otherwise durable plant. Yellow leaves on pothos are caused by improper watering. Typically, yellow leaves are a sign of an issue with watering!
It is important to state that a yellow leaf or two a week on an otherwise healthy plant is not a big deal. Pothos leaves naturally senesce (fall off) older plants. If you see a yellow leaf wait for it to be easily removed with a touch, it means that the pothos plant has gotten all the nutrients it can from the yellow leaf.
Treatment for Yellow Leaves on Pothos
The easiest way to treat yellow leaves on your pothos is to adjust your watering. Yellow leaves and mushy growth are a sign of overwatering - make sure that your pothos has a drainage whole.
Proper watering technique is an important part of pothos plant care. Water your pothos by waiting for the soil to dry out.
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