What to Do When the Leaves of the Chinese Lantern Flower Turn Yellow
This article summarizes the experience related to the cultivation of Chinese lantern flowers when their leaves turn yellow. Let's take a look together.
What to Do When the Leaves of the Chinese Lantern Flower Turn Yellow
The yellowing of Chinese lantern flower leaves may be caused by improper watering, abnormal temperature, lack of fertilizer, or excessive sunlight. They need to be placed in a bright area, not directly exposed to sunlight, nor lacking in light. In winter, they need to be kept warm and protected from the cold, while in summer, they should be shaded and cooled down. Watering should be moderate, maintaining a slightly moist soil. If water accumulates, it should be drained promptly to control the amount of water.
What Causes the Leaves of the Chinese Lantern Flower to Turn Yellow
The Chinese lantern flower is a type of perennial herbaceous flowering plant, also known as the hanging golden bell or upside-down bellflower. It comes in a variety of species with colors like red, purple, and white. The cultivation method of the Chinese lantern flower is not difficult, but when there are issues with lighting, watering, or fertilizing, the leaves will turn yellow.
Reasons for the Yellowing of Chinese Lantern Flower Leaves
The yellowing and falling of Chinese lantern flower leaves are mainly caused by direct exposure to strong sunlight, and prolonged exposure to light will cause them to fall. Some common reasons for the yellowing of Chinese lantern flower leaves are:
1. Improper watering: If the Chinese lantern flower is overwatered, causing the soil to remain wet and waterlogged, the roots and stems will rot, and the leaves will turn yellow and fall. However, if it is not watered for a long time and the plant dries out, the leaves will also turn yellow, become brittle, and break easily.
2. Abnormal temperature: If the temperature for maintaining the Chinese lantern flower exceeds 30℃ or drops below 5℃, the leaves will turn yellow due to temperature stimulation. If the temperature conditions are not changed for a long time, the plant will shed leaves extensively, especially in winter when it needs to be kept warm and protected from the cold, and in summer when it needs to be shaded and cooled down.
3. Lack of nutrients: If the Chinese lantern flower is not fertilized enough, it will divert nutrients to the growth of the main stem and flower buds, leaving the leaves without nutrient supply, which will cause them to turn yellow and even fall off.
4. Excessive sunlight: If the Chinese lantern flower is exposed to strong sunlight, the leaves will be sunburned, and both young and mature leaves will turn yellow. Severe cases can lead to the falling of many leaves at once, which is not conducive to the growth of the Chinese lantern flower.
Dealing with Yellowing Leaves of the Chinese Lantern Flower
1. After the leaves of the Chinese lantern flower turn yellow, the yellow branches and leaves need to be cut off and then placed in a bright area, away from direct sunlight and not lacking in light.
2. Adjust the watering method promptly. If it is due to excessive watering, the accumulated water needs to be drained immediately, and the frequency and amount of watering should be reduced afterward. If it is due to prolonged lack of watering causing drought and yellowing, water should be supplemented promptly, and good soil drainage should be ensured.
Preventing Yellowing Leaves of the Chinese Lantern Flower
During the growth period of the Chinese lantern flower, it is necessary to change the pot and soil in a timely manner, preferably using humus soil to allow the flower to grow normally. It is also necessary to strengthen ventilation, maintain air circulation, prune branches and leaves to increase ventilation and light penetration, and reduce diseases and pests. If diseases and pests occur, they should be sprayed with medicine promptly.
This article provides a detailed introduction to what to do when the leaves of the Chinese lantern flower turn yellow. Did you get it?