How Do You Get Rid Of Yellow Leaves On Monstera?

How do you get rid of yellow leaves on Monstera? You’re reading the right article if you’ve got a yellow leaves problem.

This article will explain how to take care of your Monstera and how to deal with yellow leaves and other problems.

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How do you get rid of yellow leaves on Monstera?

To get the best results, gently pull on the fading leaf, and it should fall off without much effort.

If it isn’t coming off easily, you may either wait a couple of days and try again, or you can use a clean pair of garden shears to cut it loose.

Using the Correct Amount of Water

Yellow monstera leaves are a sure sign of overwatering of the soil. The idea is to keep the potting soil slightly damp but not soaked. Water thoroughly only after the top couple of inches of potting soil have dried.

Monsteras should be watered using the soak and dry technique. Fill the container up to the drainage holes at the bottom with water and let it run freely through the substrate.

You should remove any surplus water from the plate if you have one. Otherwise, your plant may suffer from root rot, which results in its leaves becoming yellow and eventually its death.

To avoid stress and yellowing leaves, never let the soil totally dry out.

Fertilize Regularly

Make sure that your Monstera is receiving enough nutrition in order to avoid yellowing leaves or a nutritional deficit. Throughout the growth season, a mild solution of a good water-soluble general houseplant fertilizer should be sufficient.

During the fall and winter months, do not fertilize your plants.

Make Sure There’s a Lot of Humidity.

Always keep in mind that low humidity levels may also result in yellowing of the leaves, so maintain the humidity levels high by using a humidifier, a pebble tray, and/or misting your Monstera’s leaves on a weekly basis.

Mist your Monstera in the morning so that the leaves have enough time to absorb the moisture and dry out before it gets dark.

Provide appropriate lighting.

In order to prevent yellowing leaves, it is vital to have enough lighting. In a low-light environment, these plants may thrive, but they will grow slowly. Leaves will become yellow when exposed to very low light levels.

When placed in a location that receives a lot of bright indirect sunlight, monstera will flourish. Avoid exposing the leaves of the plants to direct sunlight, as this might result in their burning.

Give Strong Support

A trellis or stake should be used to support your Monstera. Your plants’ vines and leaves will naturally become crowded if they ramble over one another, preventing proper air circulation. This will result in a fungal infection as well as yellowing of the leaves.

Ensure Proper Air Circulation

To keep the air surrounding your plants circulating, you may place a small fan in the corner of your room, facing in toward the corner. Plant stems are strengthened and fungal infection is prevented, thanks to a small amount of air circulation.

Avoid Drafts

Remember that while a small amount of consistent air circulation is beneficial, unexpected cold or hot drafts can be harmful to these tropical plants.

In order to avoid having to deal with extreme temperatures, avoid placing your Monstera near a window or entrance. Also, avoid placing your monstera near an air conditioner or heater vents to avoid any problems.

Keep an eye out for bugs.

Stressed plants are a breeding ground for pests. If your plant is suffering from inadequate light, water, temperature, or nutrients, you might anticipate an insect infestation such as:

Spider Mites

Mealybugs
Plant Scale

Inspect your plants for symptoms of infection on a regular basis. Treat the infestation as soon as possible and assess your plant care practices to identify areas that require improvement and to avoid a reoccurrence.

Get rid of the yellowed leaves.

Don’t be surprised if you see a yellow leaf here and there. This is to be expected. It’s normal for older leaves to become yellow, turn brown, and fall while your plant is producing a lot of new ones.

There is no need to be worried if this occurs on a rare occasion at the bottom of your monstera. You don’t need to be concerned about this. Simply cut them off with a sterilized, sharp blade.

Remove the dust and clean the leaves.

You may need to dust your Monstera every now and then in addition to the usual trimming and pruning. When leaves are covered with dust, they may not be able to complete photosynthesis properly, resulting in yellowing.

Occasionally wipe your Monstera leaves with a clean, soft, wet cloth to maintain their appearance.

Conclusion

How do you get rid of yellow leaves on Monstera?

Overwatering is the most common reason for the yellowing leaves on Monsteras. Make sure you only water your Monstera if the top 2 or 3 inches of soil on the plant is completely dry before watering again.

The soil should be moist but not soggy. During the winter, you may go longer periods without watering your plants.

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