Causes and Solutions of Yellow leaves of Carnation

Carnation is a bright flower, often used as a cut flower, can be cultivated in the greenhouse environment to bloom in the four seasons, but some friends found that the carnation has yellow leaves in the process of conservation, seriously affecting its ornamental value. So what is the cause of the yellow leaves of carnations? What should I do with it? Let's get to know it.

1. Soil discomfort

Carnations have higher requirements for soil conservation, if the use of soil culture with insufficient organic matter, or alkaline soil and conservation for many years have not changed the basin, then the phenomenon of yellow leaves will be caused by poor soil.

Solution: first of all, some loose, breathable, slightly acidic soil should be prepared to create a suitable environment for its growth. After the main stem is removed from the basin and washed, it will be replanted in the prepared soil, and then carefully maintained, and it will be able to recover slowly soon.

2. Excessive illumination

Anti-carnations like the environment with plenty of light, but if they are exposed to the strongest sunlight for a long time, the strong light will directly burn its leaves, resulting in yellowing of its leaves, and in severe cases, the whole plant will wither and the leaves will fall off.

Solution: first cut off the yellowing leaves, place them in a well-ventilated semi-shade, strengthen water management, and spray water spray around them properly, so that the green leaves can be renewed later.

3. Overwatering

Carnation is afraid of aging, if it is watered too frequently in the process of maintenance, and its rhizome is completely soaked in water, it will lead to rotting of the rhizome, decrease of root absorption, and withering and yellowing of leaves without nutrients.

Solution: first remove the basin, then cut off the yellow leaves and rotten roots, and gradually restore them as they are planted in a new soil layer that is easy to store water.

4. Overachiever

In a suitable environment, coupled with adequate fertilizer and water, then carnations will grow too long, the leaves will grow thickly, so some leaves will appear yellowing phenomenon.

Solution: timely pruning during luxuriant growth to maintain internal ventilation and permeability, which can not only prevent insects but also prevent carnation leaves from yellowing.

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