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Yellow Lower Leaves

Older leaves at the base turn pale yellow and drop.

Symptoms

Older leaves at the base turn pale yellow and drop.

Causes

Overwatering or a nitrogen shortage.

Treatment

Check drainage, let the top of the soil dry between waterings, and feed with fish emulsion or compost tea.

Prevention

Water only when the top 2 cm of soil is dry and feed lightly every 2 weeks.