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Why Are Your Plant’s Leaves Turning Yellow and Dropping in Winter?
Hey, Plant Heroes 🌿 Have you noticed your plant’s leaves turning yellow and dropping this winter, even with careful watering and enough light? You’re not imagining it, winter stress hits more plants than you think! In this post, I’ll explain why it happens and what you can do to help your green friends bounce back. Is your plant under winter stress? In winter, plants naturally slow down. Stress shows in ways like: ❗Yellow leaves ❗Sudden leaf drop ❗Little to no new growth ❗Softer stems ❗Dry leaf tips These signs appear when the indoor conditions change faster than your plant can adjust. Why does it happen in winter? There are several possible causes (we’ve gathered them in today’s visuals), but most winter problems come down to care imbalance. From our Expert Help requests, one thing stands out: plant owners usually don't change their watering habits with the seasons. Overwatering alone accounts for 27.26% of plant problems we see. Underwatering follows at 18.16%, then pests (16.1%) and temperature stress (15.94%). The rest (around 23%) is usually low light, nutrient issues, or fungal problems. In winter, there’s less light, roots take up water more slowly, and the air is dry. Keeping summer routines can stress your plants. Possible solutions 🪴Let the soil dry more than usual. 🪴Move your plant closer to a natural light source. 🪴If the air feels dry, consider adding a humidifier. 🪴If your plant is still struggling, check the stems and soil before assuming your plant has died! Prevent future problems To keep your greenies healthy this winter, stick to a consistent routine for watering, light, and humidity. PlantIn’s reminders make it easy, and if your plants show stress, try the disease diagnosis tool or ask our experts for help. With muddy hands and happy roots, Lotte B. Botany Expert at PlantIn
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How did you share some many photos? I thought we could only share three.
