Purple Pearl, as a popular indoor ornamental plant, is loved by many gardening enthusiasts for its unique purple leaves and elegant posture. Recently, many enthusiasts have reported that their Purple Pearl plants have started to drop leaves. What are the reasons for the leaf drop in Purple Pearl? How should we care for it? This article will answer these questions for you.
Reasons for Purple Pearl Plant Leaf Drop1. Improper Water Management
Purple Pearl is sensitive to water requirements, and both overwatering and underwatering can cause the leaves to turn yellow and drop. Keeping the soil slightly moist is key.
2. Insufficient Light
Purple Pearl prefers scattered light. If it is kept in a dark environment for a long time, the leaves will gradually become thinner and may even drop.
3. Unsuitable Temperature
The suitable growing temperature for Purple Pearl is between 15-25°C. Too high or too low temperatures will affect its growth and lead to leaf drop.
4. Improper Fertilization
Over-fertilization or unbalanced fertilization can cause the leaves of Purple Pearl to turn yellow and drop.
5. Pest and Disease Attacks
Purple Pearl is prone to attacks by pests such as red spiders and scale insects. It is important to deal with them promptly upon discovery.
Purple Pearl Care Guide1. Water Management
Keep the soil slightly moist, avoid overwatering or underwatering, and increase watering frequency appropriately during the hot summer; reduce watering frequency during the cold winter.
2. Light Management
Place Purple Pearl in a location with sufficient scattered light, avoiding direct sunlight. If there is insufficient light, move the plant to a different location.
3. Temperature Management
Keep the indoor temperature between 15-25°C, avoiding too high or too low temperatures.
4. Fertilization Management
Apply a compound fertilizer once a month, taking care not to let the fertilizer come into contact with the leaves.
5. Pest and Disease Control
Regularly inspect the Purple Pearl for pests and diseases, and treat them promptly when found. Pesticides and fungicides can be used for prevention and control.
Purple Pearl leaf drop may be caused by a variety of reasons. Understanding the causes and taking appropriate care measures can help the plant recover its vitality and maintain a lush green appearance. I hope this article is helpful to you.
References:《Indoor Foliar Plant Care Manual》, China Forestry Publishing House, published in 2018.
《Home Flower Care Guide》, Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, published in 2017.