With the arrival of spring, many families start to care for various flowers. Lilies are loved by many flower enthusiasts for their elegant posture and fresh fragrance. During the maintenance process, some enthusiasts may find that the leaves of lilies turn yellow and red, which not only affects the beauty of lilies but may also affect their growth. This article will analyze the reasons for the yellow-red leaves of lilies and provide corresponding care guides.
Reasons for the Yellow-Red Leaves of Lilies1. Improper Water Management
Lilies prefer a humid environment but dislike waterlogging. If excessive watering or poor soil drainage occurs, it can lead to root hypoxia, which in turn affects the normal growth of leaves and causes them to turn yellow.
2. Insufficient Light
Lilies thrive in semi-shady environments, but long-term exposure to dark conditions can also cause leaves to turn yellow. Lack of light prevents lily leaves from undergoing photosynthesis, thus affecting growth.
3. Improper Fertilizer Application
Excessive or inappropriate fertilizer application can lead to high soil salinity, which affects the growth of lilies. Yellowing leaves may be a result of improper fertilizer application.
4. Pest and Disease Attacks
The yellow-red leaves of lilies may also be caused by pest and disease attacks, such as leaf spot disease and whitefly, which can cause leaves to turn yellow.
Care Guide for Yellow-Red Leaves of Lilies1. Appropriate Watering
Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. Water in the morning or evening, preferably avoiding the high-temperature period at noon.
2. Moderate Fertilization
Choose fertilizers suitable for lilies, such as compound or organic fertilizers. Do not over-fertilize to prevent fertilizer damage, generally applying once a month.
3. Moderate Light
Place lilies in a semi-shady environment, avoiding direct sunlight. When caring for them indoors, position them near a window but avoid direct sunlight.
4. Pest and Disease Control
Regularly inspect the lily plants and deal with pests and diseases promptly. Use pesticides or fungicides for control and ensure proper ventilation to reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases.
5. Pruning Diseased Leaves
If leaves turn yellow, prune them promptly to prevent the spread of pests and diseases.
The yellow-red leaves of lilies may be caused by reasons such as improper water management, insufficient light, improper fertilizer application, and pest and disease attacks. To ensure the healthy growth of lilies, enthusiasts should pay attention to appropriate watering, moderate fertilization, moderate light, pest and disease control, and pruning of diseased leaves to allow lilies to bloom beautifully and add a touch of vibrant scenery to the home.
References:
Manual of Flower Care, China Agricultural Publishing House, 2018 Edition.