Causes of yellowing of potted wormwood leaves. Solutions to yellowing of potted wormwood leaves. As a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, wormwood not only has medicinal value, but its unique ornamental properties have also caused more and more people to start maintaining potted wormwood at home. Many flower lovers will encounter a problem during the maintenance process-yellowing of potted wormwood leaves. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the reasons for yellowing of potted wormwood leaves and provide corresponding solutions. Reasons for yellowing of potted wormwood leaves: 1. Improper water management, wormwood is not resistant to waterlogging. Excessive watering will lead to hypoxia in the roots, which will cause root rot and cause yellowing of the leaves. Insufficient watering will also cause wormwood leaves to yellow.
2. If you don't have enough light, wormwood prefers light, and long-term exposure to a dark environment will cause the leaves to become thinner and yellowing.
3. Soil problems Poor soil drainage, too hardened or too poor soil can cause yellowing of wormwood leaves.
4. Infected with pests and diseases, wormwood is vulnerable to pests such as aphids and red spiders, as well as diseases such as leaf spot disease and root rot, which can cause yellowing of leaves.
5. Improper fertilizer application Excessive application of fertilizer, especially nitrogen fertilizer, will cause the leaves of wormwood to turn yellow. Solutions for yellowing of potted wormwood leaves 1. Water properly to keep the soil moist, but avoid standing water. When watering, water it should be thoroughly watered to allow the soil to fully absorb water, and pay attention to maintaining soil permeability.
2. Properly increase the light and place the wormwood in a sunny place to ensure at least 4-6 hours of light every day.
3. Improve the soil by using loose and well-drained soil, and regularly apply organic fertilizers to keep the soil fertile.
4. Regularly inspect wormwood to prevent and control pests and diseases, and take timely measures when pests and diseases are discovered. Insecticides or pesticides can be used to control them.
5. Reasonable fertilization should be appropriate to avoid excessive fertilization. When applying fertilizer, compound fertilizers or organic fertilizers can be used, and attention should be paid to the balanced application of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
There are many reasons why potted wormwood leaves turn yellow, but as long as you master the correct maintenance methods, wormwood can grow vigorously. I hope this article can help you and wish your wormwood healthy growth!